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nor'-nor'-east

nor'-nor'-east is the alternative form of north-northeast.

Meaning of north-northeast

Noun

north-northeast (uncountable)

  1. The compass point halfway between north and northeast; specifically at a bearing of 22.5°.
    Antonyms:
    south-southwest

See all 5 meanings of north-northeast

Questions about nor'-nor'-east

What is nor'-nor'-east the alternative form of?
Nor'-nor'-east is the alternative form of north-northeast.

Words near nor'-nor'-east in the dictionary

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  5. nor'-easts
  6. nor'-nor'-east
  7. nor'-nor'-west
  8. nor'-west
  9. nor'-wests
  10. nor'easter
  11. nor'easters

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