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Northerner: meaning, definitions and examples

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northerner

 

[ ˈnɔː.ðər.nər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

person from the northern part of a country

A Northerner is a person who comes from the northern region of a country. They are often known for their resilience in harsh weather conditions and their strong sense of community.

Synonyms

northern dweller, northern resident.

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Word Description / Examples
northerner

This was mentioned earlier. It is a commonly used, everyday term for someone from the north.

  • That restaurant is famous among northerners for its hearty meals.
  • As a northerner, he was well-prepared for the winter season.
northern resident

This term is neutral and is often used in official or demographic contexts to describe someone who lives in the northern part of an area.

  • Northern residents have access to special subsidies to cope with the harsh climate.
  • The government recently conducted a survey among northern residents about infrastructure improvements.
northern dweller

This term is more formal and descriptive, often used in writing or when emphasizing the person's connection to the northern region.

  • Researchers are studying how northern dwellers adapt to extreme cold.
  • Northern dwellers often lead lives closely connected to nature and traditional practices.

Examples of usage

  • The Northerner wrapped up warmly before heading out into the snowstorm.
  • As a Northerner, she was used to long winters and short summers.

Translations

Translations of the word "northerner" in other languages:

🇵🇹 nortenho

🇮🇳 उत्तरवासी

🇩🇪 Nordländer

🇮🇩 orang utara

🇺🇦 північник

🇵🇱 północnik

🇯🇵 北方人 (ほっぽうじん)

🇫🇷 nordiste

🇪🇸 norteño

🇹🇷 kuzeyli

🇰🇷 북쪽 사람 (북부 주민)

🇸🇦 شمالي

🇨🇿 seveřan

🇸🇰 severan

🇨🇳 北方人 (běifāngrén)

🇸🇮 severjan

🇮🇸 norðurlandabúi

🇰🇿 солтүстіктік

🇬🇪 ჩრდილოელი (chrdiloeli)

🇦🇿 şimalçı

🇲🇽 norteño

Etymology

The term 'Northerner' has been used for centuries to refer to individuals who hail from the northern regions of a country. It carries connotations of resilience, community spirit, and a unique way of life shaped by the colder climate. The history of Northerners is deeply intertwined with the geography and culture of the northern areas they come from.

See also: north, northerly, northern, northernwards, northward, northwards.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #36,938, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.