Definitions

1. noun

the direction or region at the upper right when facing a point on the Earth’s surface, or a cardinal direction

“They traveled north for several hours to reach the mountain.”

2. adjective

located in or directed towards the upper right when facing a point on the Earth’s surface, or situated in the northern part of a country, state, or region

“The north wind blew strongly that day.”

3. adverb

in a northerly direction or towards the north

“They drove north to visit their friends.”

4. preposition

in or towards the upper right when facing a point on the Earth’s surface, or in a northerly direction

“The north of the city is more populated.”