North By West (Noun)
Meaning
The compass point that is one point west of due north.
Classification
Nouns denoting relations between people or things or ideas.
Examples
- The hikers trekked north by west through the dense forest to reach the summit.
- The compass reading indicated a bearing of north by west, which was confirmed by the GPS.
- To avoid the swamp, the explorers altered their course to north by west and continued on.
- Sailing north by west allowed the crew to catch the prevailing wind and make good time.
- The map showed the mountain range stretching north by west, creating a formidable barrier.