noun
- plural of norther; strong cold winds blowing from the north
Usage: meteorological
Examples
- The northers brought freezing temperatures to the Gulf Coast.
- Sailors prepared for the harsh northers expected this winter.
- These northers can drop temperatures by thirty degrees overnight.
- The weather service issued warnings about incoming northers.
- Ranchers moved their cattle to shelter before the northers arrived.
- Strong northers are common in Texas during winter months.