NORTHEAST

adjective

Definition

Of or pertaining to the northeast; proceeding toward the northeast, or coming from that point; as, a northeast course; a northeast wind. Northeast passage, a passage or communication by sea between the Atlantic and Pacific oceans along the north coast of Asia.

Other Definitions

This word also has 2 other definitions:

NORTHEAST (adverb)

Toward the northeast.

NORTHEAST (noun)

The point between the north and east, at an equal distance from each; the northeast part or region.

Added: October 09, 2025 Updated: October 09, 2025

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