meridional
/məˈrɪdiənəl/
adjective
- Relating to or located in the south, especially the south of France or southern Europe.
- She studied the meridional dialects spoken in the southern part of the country.
- The restaurant specializes in meridional cuisine, featuring olive oil and fresh herbs.
- The meridional regions of France are known for their warm climate and lavender fields.
- Relating to or along a meridian (a line of longitude).
- Navigators use meridional coordinates to plot their course across the ocean.
- The map shows meridional lines running from the North Pole to the South Pole.
- The meridional flow of air currents affects weather patterns around the globe.