east by south
–noun Navigation, Surveying. | a point on the compass 11°15prime; south of east. Abbreviation: EbS |
east by south
n.
Abbr. EbS
The direction or point on the mariner's compass halfway between due east and east-southeast, or 101°15' east of due north.
adv.
& adj.
Toward or from east by south. |
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EBS
emergency broadcast system |
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