east vs easterly

east

adv
  • towards the east; eastwards 

noun
  • One of the four principal compass points, specifically 90°, conventionally directed to the right on maps; the direction of the rising sun at an equinox. 

  • The eastern region or area; the inhabitants thereof. 

adj
  • Situated or lying in or towards the east; eastward. 

  • Of or pertaining to the east; eastern. 

  • Blowing (as wind) from the east. 

  • From the East; oriental. 

  • Designating, or situated in, the liturgical east. 

easterly

adv
  • In an eastward direction or position; towards the east. 

  • From the east. 

adj
  • Facing the east; directed towards the east. 

  • Located towards or in the east. 

  • Coming from the east. 

noun
  • Any persistent wind from the east (usually applied to broad currents or belts of easterly winds). 

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