Toward the Arctic Crossword Clue

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Toward the Arctic Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. British statesman under George III whose policies led to rebellion in the American colonies (1732-1792)
2. the cardinal compass point that is at 0 or 360 degrees
(adverb)
1. in a northern direction
(adjective)
1. situated in or facing or moving toward or coming from the north

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

ARCTIC (noun)
1. a waterproof overshoe that protects shoes from water or snow
2. the regions to the north of the Arctic Circle centered on the North Pole
ARCTIC (adjective)
1. extremely cold
2. of or relating to the Arctic
TOWARD (adjective)
1. Approaching; coming near.
TOWARD (preposition)
1. Approaching; coming near.

Hint 3: Anagram

Unscramble the letters below to solve for today's answer.
THORN

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