north-northeast
[nawrth-nawrth-eest; Nautical nawr-nawr-eest]
- the point on the compass midway between north and northeast. Abbreviation: NNE
- coming from this point: facing a north-northeast wind.
- directed toward this point: a north-northeast course.
- toward this point: sailing north-northeast.
Origin of north-northeast
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Contemporary Examples
What saves the office, given its tiny size, is a tall bank of four windows that look out to the north-northeast.
Historical Examples
"North-northeast," added Christy, as he settled back in the stern sheets.
Within The Enemy's LinesOliver Optic
This day was exceedingly fine and pleasant, a storm of wind and rain from north-northeast, last night, having cooled the air.
History of the Expedition under the Command of Captains Lewis and Clark, Vol. I.Meriwether Lewis and William Clark
It was on the 19th of August, the weather dark and gloomy, with light breezes from north-northeast, in lat.
The Ocean World:Louis Figuier
Two of the nests found were entered from the north-northeast, the other three from the east-southeast.
Comparative Breeding Behavior of Ammospiza caudacuta and A. maritimaGlen E. Woolfenden
This current was steered around the north side of the LOW and met the north-northeast wind.
Wind and WeatherAlexander McAdie
north-northeast
- the point on the compass or the direction midway between north and northeast, 22° 30′ clockwise from north
- in, from, or towards this direction
Symbol: NNE
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