Simple Definition of northeastern

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northeastern

adjective

1
: located in or toward the northeast
the northeastern corner of the state
2
: of or relating to the northeast
a northeastern bird

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“Northeastern.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/northeastern. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.

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