south
south
saʊθ
sawth
British pronunciation
/saʊθ/

Definition & Meaning of "south"in English

South
01

the direction on our right when we watch the sunrise, the direction down on most maps

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south definition and meaning
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The sun rises in the east and sets in the south during the summer.
The wind is coming from the south today.
02

the region or area located towards the bottom of a country or place

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They spent the summer traveling through the south of Italy, enjoying the sun.
The south of the city is known for its vibrant nightlife.
03

the southern region of the U.S., often including states like Texas, Florida, and the Carolinas, known for its unique culture and history

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The South has a rich history, particularly in terms of its role in the Civil War.
He moved to the South to enjoy a slower pace of life and warmer weather.
04

the group of countries or regions typically characterized by lower levels of industrialization, wealth, and human development compared to their northern counterparts

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The South faces challenges in healthcare and education.
Many people in the South work in agriculture.
05

the player sitting opposite North and partnering them in the card game bridge

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South passed on their bid, deferring to North.
South's hand was strong enough to make a bid in spades.
01

located toward the southern direction

south definition and meaning
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The south side of the house receives ample sunlight in the afternoon.
She enjoys vacationing on the south coast during the summer months.
south
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toward or to the south

south definition and meaning
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We drove south for three hours to reach the beach.
The birds fly south for the winter.
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beneath a specified amount or value

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The cost of the renovation was south of $10,000.
Her salary is south of what we expected.
to south
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to move toward the south

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They decided to south after reaching the crossroads.
The boat will south for a few miles before turning east.
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