1. situated toward or coming from the east

1. toward the east

1. a wind blowing from the east
Usage: meteorology

Examples

• The storm is moving in an easterly direction.
• We sailed easterly toward the sunrise.
• The easterly winds brought cooler temperatures.
• Their house faces easterly, getting morning sun.
• The ship headed easterly across the Atlantic.
• Strong easterlies are forecast for tomorrow.
• The easterly breeze carried the scent of the ocean.