northward meaning and definition

NORTHWARD noun

Definition of northward (noun)

1. the cardinal compass point that is at 0 or 360 degrees
   • synonyms: due north, N, north

NORTHWARD adjective

Definition of northward (adjective)

1. moving toward the north
   • "the northbound lane"; "we took the north train"; "the northward flow of traffic"
   • synonyms: northbound

NORTHWARD adverb

Definition of northward (adverb)

1. in a northern direction
   • "they earn more up north"; "Let's go north!"
   • synonyms: north, northerly, northwards