northwest
n. uncountablen. the direction halfway between north and west. You use it to talk about a specific area or region in that part of a country.
n. the compass point or direction situated halfway between north and west. Often refers to a specific geographic region within a larger territory.
The wind is blowing from the northwest today.
The tech industry has seen massive growth in the northwest of the country over the last decade.
The explorers charted a course toward the northwest, hoping to find a passage through the mountains before the winter snows blocked their path.
Usage
Often used with the definite article 'the' when referring to a specific region.
Last updated May 2, 2026