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South
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Simple
Uncountable
Examples
The sun rises in the east and sets in the south during the summer.
02
the region or area located towards the bottom of a country or place
Examples
They spent the summer traveling through the south of Italy, enjoying the sun.
03
the southern region of the U.S., often including states like Texas, Florida, and the Carolinas, known for its unique culture and history
Examples
The South has a rich history, particularly in terms of its role in the Civil War.
04
the group of countries or regions typically characterized by lower levels of industrialization, wealth, and human development compared to their northern counterparts
Examples
The South faces challenges in healthcare and education.
05
the player sitting opposite North and partnering them in the card game bridge
Examples
South passed on their bid, deferring to North.
south
01
located toward the southern direction
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
relational
ungradable
Examples
The south side of the house receives ample sunlight in the afternoon.
to south
01
to move toward the south
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
Movement verb
Regular
Present tense
south
3rd person singular
souths
Present participle
southing
Past simple
southed
Past participle
southed
Examples
They decided to south after reaching the crossroads.
