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Definition northern powerhouse in British English

northern powerhouse noun

noun
1

the idea that the north of England can become a powerful engine of the economy with proper investment in infrastructure

Example

He called on the prime minister to back the "northern powerhouse" and build high-speed rail links across northern England.

Definition northern powerhouse in British English