nor'-east

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nor'-east

A ship sails nor'-east toward the horizon.

Definition

  1. Noun:

    • The compass point midway between north and east; at 45 degrees: nor'-east refers to the precise direction that is exactly halfway between north and east on a compass.

  2. Adverb:

    • To, toward, or in the northeast: nor'-east describes movement in the direction of the northeast, or a location situated in that part.
Usage Examples

  • Noun:

    • The wind shifted to the nor'-east, bringing colder air from the sea.
    • The map indicated the treasure was buried a league nor'-east of the old oak tree.

  • Adverb:

    • The ship sailed nor'-east for three days.
    • The storm is moving nor'-east at 15 miles per hour.
Advanced Usage
  • Nautical and Meteorological Context: This term is frequently used in sailing, aviation, and weather reporting to give precise directional information.
    • The captain ordered a course change to nor'-east to avoid the rough seas.
Variants and Related Words
  • Northeast (NNE): The more common modern spelling and term for the same direction. is an older, contracted form.
  • Nor'easter (Noun): A type of strong storm with winds blowing from the northeast, common along the North American Atlantic coast. (Note: This is a distinct compound word).
    • The nor'easter caused significant coastal flooding.
Synonyms
  • Northeast: The standard synonym.
  • NE: The common abbreviation.
Related Phrases
  • (To be) in the nor'-east of: To be located in the northeastern part of a region.
    • The village lies in the nor'-east of the county.
nor'-east

A ship sails nor'-east toward the horizon.

Noun
  1. the compass point midway between north and east; at 45 degrees
Adverb
  1. to, toward, or in the northeast

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