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Definition of northbound

northbound

/ˈnɔːrθ.baʊnd/
north · bound
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• adjective

1

Traveling, moving, or leading toward the north.

Example

"The northbound lanes of the highway were congested during the Friday evening rush hour."

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• adverb

1

In a direction toward the north.

Example

"Commuters heading northbound on the express train should transfer at the next station."

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• Nearby Words

north macedonian
north saskatchewan
northamptonshire
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northeast
northeaster
northeasterly

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