nor'-west (Meaning)

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nor'-west (n)

the compass point midway between north and west; at 315 degrees

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nor'-west (r)

to, toward, or in the northwest

Synonyms & Antonyms of nor'-west

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nor'-west Sentence Examples

  1. The nor'-west wind howled through the desolate plains, carrying with it a chill that pierced through skin and bone.
  2. As the sun dipped below the horizon, the nor'-west breeze intensified, swirling sand and dust into a blinding maelstrom.
  3. The ship's sails billowed in the nor'-west, propelling it across the treacherous waves with newfound speed.
  4. The sturdy rancheros rode their horses into the nor'-west wind, their faces set against the fierce gusts.
  5. The nor'-west gale whipped through the trees, tearing leaves from their branches and sending them spiraling through the air.
  6. Sailors braved the icy nor'-west, their weathered faces etched with the hardships they had endured.
  7. The explorers pressed on through the nor'-west, undeterred by the bitter cold and relentless wind.
  8. The nor'-west gale drove the waves against the rocky shore, sending spray high into the air.
  9. The nor'-west wind carried with it the promise of rain, bringing relief to the drought-stricken land.
  10. As the nor'-west subsided, the skies cleared, revealing a brilliant moon and countless twinkling stars.

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the compass point midway between north and west; at 315 degrees, to, toward, or in the northwest

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The nor'-west wind howled through the desolate plains, carrying with it a chill that pierced through skin and bone.

As the sun dipped below the horizon, the nor'-west breeze intensified, swirling sand and dust into a blinding maelstrom.

The ship's sails billowed in the nor'-west, propelling it across the treacherous waves with newfound speed.

The sturdy rancheros rode their horses into the nor'-west wind, their faces set against the fierce gusts.