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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

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

Word origin

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.