Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

east-southeast

noun

/iːstˈsaʊθˈiːst/

Definition

The intercardinal direction that lies between east and southeast, at approximately 112.5 degrees on the compass.

Examples

On the map, the town is located in the east-southeast direction from the city center.
The winds were blowing from the east-southeast, bringing warm air into the area.
She traveled east-southeast for several miles before reaching her destination.

Meaning

East-southeast refers to a specific compass direction that is midway between east and southeast. It is often used in navigation and geography to give precise directions.