Westerly Definition & Meaning
westerly
- adverb
- toward the west; "we began to steer away westerly"- Daniel Defoe
- from the west; "the wind blew westerly"
- adjective
- of wind; from the west
- moving toward the west; "westbound pioneers"
- noun
- the winds from the west that occur in the temperate zones of the Earth
"Westerly" in song lyrics
See how westerly is used in real songs:
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"wasington trust co westerly"
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"washington trust co westerly"
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"memorial day parade in westerly"
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Words that rhyme with westerly
Usage tips for "westerly"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "westerly" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for westerly to find words that pair well.