northern
UK: ˈnɔːðən | US: ˈnɔːrðərn
adj. relating to or situated in the north
adj. characteristic of a region's northern part
n. (often Northern) a native or inhabitant of the north
northern = north<direction> + ern<adjective suffix>
- north: From Old English norþ, meaning "the cardinal direction opposite south."
- ern: A suffix derived from Old English -erne, used to form adjectives denoting direction or location (e.g., eastern, western).
Etymology Origin:
The word northern evolved from Old English norþerne, combining norþ (north) with the adjectival suffix -erne. This suffix was later simplified to -ern and then -ern in Modern English. The term has consistently described directional or geographic attributes tied to the north, reflecting its Germanic roots.
The northern hemisphere experiences winter in December.
She prefers the northern climate for its cooler summers.
Northern lights are a spectacular natural phenomenon.
The team represents the northern region of the country.
His accent reveals his northern upbringing.