Nor'-nor'-west (Noun)
Meaning
The compass point that is midway between north and northwest.
Classification
Nouns denoting relations between people or things or ideas.
Examples
- The captain plotted a course of nor'-nor'-west to avoid the stormy weather.
- The ship changed direction to nor'-nor'-west in order to take advantage of the favorable winds.
- After checking the compass, the navigator confirmed that the boat was headed due nor'-nor'-west.
- The pilot adjusted the airplane's route to nor'-nor'-west to ensure a smoother ride for the passengers.
- As the hikers consulted their map, they decided to take a bearing of nor'-nor'-west to find the shortest path to the summit.