Boreas

noun

Bo·​re·​as ˈbȯr-ē-əs 

1

: the Greek god of the north wind

2

: the north wind personified

Examples of Boreas in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Named after the Greek god of the north wind, Boreas, the vessel is one of seven due by 2030, Putin said in a speech to the crew. — Alan Crawford, Bloomberg, 20 Apr. 2026

In Greek mythology, Boreas was the god of the north wind, winter, and storms. — Alex Vance, Parents, 23 Oct. 2025

The canine king and queen are recent additions to the royal family; the dogs walk in the King Boreas Grande Day Parade and are formally crowned at Doggie Depot, a dog-friendly event at Union Depot. — Molly Guthrey, Twin Cities, 6 Sep. 2025

Each season has its own cultural harbinger — modern-day versions of Demeter, Eurus, or Boreas — who symbolize a turning tide in time’s great march. — Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 22 Aug. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Latin, from Greek

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 2