northwest by west

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Noun northwest by west has 1 sense

northwest by west, NWbW - the compass point that is one point west of northwest
--₁ is a kind of compass point, point

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Term: Northwest by West

Description:

Northwest by West is a nautical term used to indicate a compass bearing that lies between northwest and west. It is useful in navigation, especially in maritime and aviation contexts, to define a specific direction to travel or set a course.

Sample Sentences:

The ship adjusted its course to head northwest by west to reach its destination.
In order to avoid the storm, the pilot decided to fly northwest by west.
The compass needle pointed towards northwest by west, indicating the ship's heading.

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