nwbw
Definition
Noun: - The compass point that is one point west of northwest: A precise direction on a compass, specifically 326°15′ (or 326.25°) in the 32-point compass system. It is located exactly halfway between Northwest (NW) and West-Northwest (WNW).
Usage
This is a highly specific technical term used in navigation, meteorology, and cartography to denote an exact bearing or wind direction. - The old sailor's log indicated they sailed on a course of nwbw. - The wind is coming from nwbw, bringing cooler air from the sea.
Advanced Usage
- In Traditional Navigation: Used on sailing ships and in older navigation systems that divide the compass into 32 points rather than 360 degrees.
- In Meteorology: Can be used in detailed weather reports to specify wind direction with high precision.
Variants and Related Words
- Northwest (NW): The primary intercardinal direction, located at 315°.
- West-Northwest (WNW): The compass point that is one point west of northwest, located at 292°30′.
- Nor'west-by-west (NWbW): An alternative spelling and pronunciation for the same compass point.
Synonyms
- Nor'west-by-west (NWbW): The direct synonym, representing the same compass bearing.
- 326.25 degrees: The equivalent bearing in the modern 360-degree system.
Related Phrases
- "Three points off the port bow": A related nautical phrase; if a ship's heading is North, an object bearing nwbw would be described this way.
Noun
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the compass point that is one point west of northwest
