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Meaning of easterly

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

easterly

Pronunciation:/ˈis.tɚˌli/

noun

Definitions

  1. Any persistent wind from the east (usually applied to broad currents or belts of easterly winds).

adjective

Definitions

  1. Facing the east; directed towards the east.

    Example: an easterly course or voyage

  2. Located towards the east.

    Example: the easterly side of a lake

  3. Coming from the east.

    Example: an easterly wind

adverb

Definitions

  1. In an eastward direction or position; towards the east.

  2. From the east.