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Definition of boreal

boreal

/ˈbɔː.ɹi.əl/
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• adjective

1

Of, relating to, or characteristic of the northern biological and climatic zone, especially the subarctic coniferous forest region of the Northern Hemisphere.

Example

"The boreal forest stretches across vast regions of Canada, Scandinavia, and Russia."

2

Relating to or coming from the north or the north wind.

Example

"Fierce boreal gales swept down across the frozen tundra throughout the winter months."

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borderless
borderline
bore
boreal
bored
boredly
boredom

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 15th century from Late Latin borealis, derived from Latin Boreas and Ancient Greek Boréas, the mythological god of the north wind.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Boreal. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/boreal
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