North-northeast
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: North-northeast is a noun meaning The compass point halfway between north and northeast; specifically at a bearing of 22.5°.
Meaning
The compass point halfway between north and northeast; specifically at a bearing of 22.5°.
More Meanings
- Of, in or pertaining to the north-northeast; north-northeastern.
- Situated toward or in the direction of the north-northeast; north-northeastward; north-northeasterly.
- Coming from the north-northeast; north-northeasterly.
- Towards or in the direction of the north-northeast; north-northeastwards.
Example Sentences
A north-northeast wind.
A north-northeast course.
We are travelling north-northeast at the moment.
Antonyms for north-northeast
Common opposites include south-southwest.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include north-northwest, east-northeast, north-north-west, east-north-east, west-northwest, northeast.
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