southwest
south
saʊθ
sawth
west
ˈwɛst
vest
British pronunciation
/saʊθˈwɛst/
SW
sou'-west

Definition & Meaning of "southwest"in English

Southwest
01

the direction midway between south and west

southwest definition and meaning
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The wind blew from the southwest.
The hikers set off toward the southwest to reach the mountain base.
02

the area or region located in the southwest part of a place

southwest definition and meaning
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The farm is situated in the southwest of the valley.
The school is in the southwest of the town, near the park.
southwest
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in the direction midway between south and west

southwest definition and meaning
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The desert stretched southwest, vast and arid under the afternoon sun.
The hiking trail meandered southwest, weaving through forests and meadows.
southwest
01

oriented or directed toward the southwest

southwest definition and meaning
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She enjoys hiking in the rugged terrain of the southwest region.
The southwest gate of the park leads to the hiking trails.
02

originating from or flowing from the southwest

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The southwest breeze brought a refreshing chill to the evening.
The southwest current in the ocean is particularly strong this season.
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