North-east
Pronunciation: /ˌnɔːrˈθiːst/
North-east (noun)
- The compass point halfway between north and east.
- An area located in the north-eastern part of a country or region.
Examples
- The wind is blowing from the north-east.
- They traveled in a north-east direction.
Common collocations: head north-east, face north-east, visit the north-east, live in the north-east, north-east corner
North-east (adjective)
- Situated in or facing the north-eastern direction.
Examples
- The north-east corner of the park is quiet.
- They live in a north-east suburb.