Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
north-northeast
noun
/nɔrθ-nɔrθˈiːst/

Definition
The compass direction that lies halfway between north and northeast.

Examples
- The ship sailed toward the north-northeast in search of new lands.
- They drove north-northeast to reach the mountainous region.
- The wind blew steadily from the north-northeast.

Meaning
North-northeast is a cardinal direction or a compass bearing that indicates a position or direction that is slightly east of due north.

Synonyms
- NNE
- North-East
- North by East