south

/sˈa‍ʊθ/

/ˈsaʊθ/

South

the direction on our right when we watch the sunrise; the direction at the bottom of the map of the world

the region of the United States lying to the south of the Mason-Dixon line

the southern states that seceded from the United States in 1861

a location in the southern part of a country, region, or city

the direction that is on the right side when we are facing the rising sun

synonyms : due south

south

situated in or toward the south

antonyms : north

south

toward or to the south

Examples

1. Many migratory birds fly south for the winter and return north in the spring.

2. The south of the country is known for its beautiful beaches.

3. The south of the city is more residential, while the north is more commercial.

4. They were both raised in the South.