north west
Definition
The cardinal direction midway between north and west on a compass, corresponding to 315 degrees.
The region of England encompassing counties like Lancashire, Merseyside, and Greater Manchester.
A directional adverb or adjective indicating movement or position toward the northwest.
Examples
The pirate captain squinted at the horizon and barked, 'Steer north west, ye swabs—treasure awaits, or at least better rum.'
She programmed her self-driving car to go north west, only for it to detour through a flock of confused geese.
In the boardroom battle, the CEO pointed north west on the map, declaring it the next frontier for artisanal kale exports.
Lost in the maze of IKEA, he finally spotted the exit sign pointing north west—freedom, at the cost of three meatballs.