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southwest

1 of 3noun
/saʊθˈwɛst/
1

the direction midway between south and west

A2
  • The wind blew from the southwest.
  • The hikers set off toward the southwest to reach the mountain base.
  • The wind was blowing from the southwest, bringing cooler air.
  • The town lies to the southwest of the capital.
  • The sun sets in the southwest, casting a beautiful glow over the landscape.
Synonyms:
southwestward
2

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

  • The farm is situated in the southwest of the valley.
  • The school is in the southwest of the town, near the park.
  • The desert stretches across the southwest of the country.
  • The company has its headquarters in the southwest of the city center.
  • The park is located in the southwest of the city, near the river.