nor'-east Antonyms
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Meaning of nor'-east
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nor'-east (n)
the compass point midway between north and east; at 45 degrees
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nor'-east (r)
to, toward, or in the northeast
nor'-east Sentence Examples
- The nor'-east wind howled like a banshee, driving rain and spray against the windows.
- The ship sailed nor'-eastward, into the teeth of the gale.
- The lighthouse beacon shone brightly, guiding mariners through the treacherous nor'-east currents.
- The island's nor'-east coast was battered by the relentless waves.
- The nor'-east storm surge breached the seawall, flooding the coastal town.
- The fishermen huddled together for warmth, shielding themselves from the icy nor'-east wind.
- The nor'-east gales delayed the ferry crossing, leaving passengers stranded.
- The seabirds soared above the nor'-east headland, their wings outstretched in defiance.
- The nor'-east weather front brought heavy snowfall, paralyzing the city.
- The old sailor pointed nor'-east, towards the distant horizon, where he had once seen the sun rise.
FAQs About the word nor'-east
the compass point midway between north and east; at 45 degrees, to, toward, or in the northeast
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The nor'-east wind howled like a banshee, driving rain and spray against the windows.
The ship sailed nor'-eastward, into the teeth of the gale.
The lighthouse beacon shone brightly, guiding mariners through the treacherous nor'-east currents.
The island's nor'-east coast was battered by the relentless waves.
