English Word · Intermediate
northing
The distance north of a standard reference latitude
Pronunciation: say northing
Meaning
The distance north of a standard reference latitude.
Example
The ship's position was recorded by its latitude and northing from the baseline.
The ship's position was recorded by its latitude and northing from the baseline.
Practice tips
- Practice northing out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.