Definition

A strong wind or storm that comes from the northwest direction.

Example

The northwester brought heavy rain and strong gusts to the coastal area.

Conversation

Did you hear about the northwester that hit last night?

Yeah, it was really strong!

I hope it doesn't cause any damage around here.

Same here, those winds can be pretty crazy.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Northwester → It is formed from "north" (from Old English "norð", meaning the direction toward the North Pole) and "west" (from Old English "west", meaning the direction toward the setting sun) combined with the suffix "-er" (meaning a person or thing associated with). The word "northwester" refers to a person or thing associated with the northwestern direction.

Memory Tip

Think of someone or something that is related to the 'north' and 'west' directions — that's what a 'northwester' signifies.

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