Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

north-by-east

Noun

/ˈnɔrθ baɪ iːst/

Definition

A compass direction that lies halfway between north and northeast.

Examples

The ship was sailing north-by-east to reach the distant shore.
When following a map, the guide indicated we should head north-by-east for the next landmark.
North-by-east is useful when fine-tuning directions during an expedition.

Meaning

North-by-east is a term used in navigation and geography to indicate a direction that is slightly east of true north, specifically at 22.5 degrees from north.