northeaster

Noun

Meaning

A storm, strong wind, or gale, coming from the northeast.

Source: Webster's dictionary

Synonyms

noreaster north hurricane blizzard northeast northeastern shower westerly easterly snowstorm downpour norther snowfall northeasterly whiteout

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Antonyms

southwest south-west

Hypernyms

storm violent storm

Examples

On March 12, an unexpected northeaster hit New England and the mid-Atlantic, dropping up to convert of snow in the space of two days. Source: Internet

With a full loaded weight of 56,000 pounds, C-378 made a top speed of convert with 1400 HP, and maintained an average speed of convert in a winter northeaster storm with 12 to 14 foot seas, which would still be considered exceptional even 100 years later. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

Northeast Passage Northeast Region northeastbound northeasterly northeastermost northeastern