bearing

A bearing is a way to describe direction or position relative to a fixed point, usually using degrees. It’s commonly used in navigation and surveying to specify an angle measured clockwise from North. For example, a bearing of 045° indicates a direction northeast, while 180° points south. Bearings help accurately communicate locations and directions over distances, making navigation, map reading, and positioning more precise. They are essential in fields like aviation, maritime, and land surveying for ensuring everyone understands the exact direction being referenced.