southeast
south
saʊθ
sawth
east
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southmostsouthwest
SE
sou'-east
south-east

Definition & Meaning of "southeast"in English

Southeast
01

the direction midway between south and east 

southeast definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Compound
Uncountable
Examples
The storm is moving toward the southeast, bringing heavy rain. 
02

the area or region located in the southeastern part of a specific place 

southeast definition and meaning
Examples
The farm is located in the southeast of the state, known for its fertile soil. 
southeast
01

in the direction midway between south and east 

southeast definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
interrogative adverb
Examples
The river flowed southeast, winding through the lush green landscape. 
southeast
01

situated or oriented in the direction of the southeast 

southeast definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
relational
ungradable
Examples
The southeast entrance of the building is the main access point. 
02

referring to something that comes or is directed from the southeast 

Examples
The southeast winds brought a refreshing change to the hot summer day. 
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