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meridional

1. Adjective.  Located in the south, southern; later especially, pertaining to the south of France or other southern parts of Europe. (defdate, from 14th c.) .
2. Adjective.  (astronomy, geography) Along a north-south direction, or relative to a meridian; or relating to meridians or a meridian. (defdate, from 15th c.) .
3. Adjective.  Of or characteristic of southern areas or people, especially those in the south of France or other southern parts of Europe. (defdate, from 19th c.) .
4. Noun.  An inhabitant of a southern region, especially the south of France.