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boreal

/ˈbɔriəl/
/ˈbɔriəl/
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Definitions of boreal
  1. adjective
    toward or located in the north
    “the boreal signs of the Zodiac”
  2. adjective
    comprising or throughout far northern regions
    synonyms: circumboreal
    northern
    situated in or coming from regions of the north
  3. adjective
    relating to or marked by qualities associated with the north wind
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