northwest

[ˌnɔːθˈwɛst]

northwest Definition

  • 1the direction that is between north and west
  • 2the northwestern part of a place or country

Using northwest: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "northwest" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The wind is coming from the northwest.

  • Example

    We live in the northwest corner of the state.

  • Example

    The company has expanded into the northwest region of the country.

northwest Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for northwest

Antonyms for northwest

Phrases with northwest

  • a region in the northwestern part of the United States, including the states of Washington and Oregon

    Example

    She moved to the Pacific Northwest to be closer to family.

  • a sea route through the Arctic Ocean, connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans

    Example

    Explorers searched for the elusive northwest passage for centuries.

  • a wind blowing from the northwest

    Example

    The northwest wind brought cooler temperatures and clear skies.

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Summary: northwest in Brief

The term 'northwest' [ˌnɔːθˈwɛst] refers to the direction between north and west, as well as the northwestern part of a place or country. It is often abbreviated as NW or used in phrases like 'the Pacific Northwest' and 'northwest passage.'

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