Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nnw
abbreviation
/ˌɛnˌɛnˈdʌbəlju/
Definition
NNW is an abbreviation used in navigation and meteorology that stands for ‘north-northwest’.
Examples
- The wind is blowing from the NNW, so prepare for cooler temperatures.
- We set our sails to head in a NNW direction towards the island.
Meaning
It indicates a direction that is halfway between north and northwest on a compass.
Synonyms
- North-Northwest
- NNW
