Austral

/ˈɔːstrəl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Relating to the southern regions or the southern hemisphere.

The austral climate is characterized by its mild winters and warm summers.

Belonging to countries or regions situated in the southern part of the world.

Austral biodiversity is often unique due to the geographical isolation of many southern regions.

Of or pertaining to the southern part of the sky.

Austral constellations are usually only visible from the southern hemisphere.

Occurring or originating in the south.

The austral winds brought cooler temperatures to the northern territories.

From Latin 'australis', meaning 'southern'.

austral spring

The spring season in the southern hemisphere.

austral summer

The summer season in the southern hemisphere.

austral winter

The winter season in the southern hemisphere.

australopithecus

A genus of hominins that lived in Africa during the late Miocene and early Pleistocene epochs.

Australasia

A geographic region that includes Australia, New Zealand, and neighboring islands.