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southwest

/saʊˈwɛst/

Meanings
noun noun
The compass point halfway between south and west, specifically 225°, abbreviated as SW.

Examples :

"The southwest wind was blowing hard, making it difficult to walk to school. "
direction geography point

Related Words

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pertaining verb

/pəˈteɪnɪŋ/ /pɚˈteɪnɪŋ/

To belong to or be a part of; be an adjunct, attribute, or accessory of

"The documents pertaining to my car insurance claim are now all submitted. "

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schoolyard noun

/ˈskuːljɑːrd/ /ˈskuːljɑrd/

The grounds around a school.

"The children played tag on the schoolyard during recess. "

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studying verb

/ˈstʌdiːɪŋ/

(usually academic) To review materials already learned in order to make sure one does not forget them, usually in preparation for an examination.

"I need to study my biology notes."

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southwestern adjective

/ˌsaʊθˈwɛstərn/ /ˌsʌθˈwɛstərn/

Of or pertaining to the southwest.

"Locals think southwestern sunsets are the most beautiful."

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favorite noun

/ˈfeɪv.ɹɪt/

A person or thing who enjoys special regard or favour.

"My favorite book is the one about space exploration. "

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specifically adverb

/spəˈsɪf.ɪk.li/

In a specific manner, applying to or naming a particular thing or things, expressly, explicitly

"My teacher explained the new math formula specifically for students in the advanced class. "

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southwesterly noun

/ˌsaʊθˈwɛstərli/ /ˌsʌθˈwɛstərli/

A strong wind or storm from the southwest.

"The fishermen decided to stay in port, warned about the incoming southwesterly. "

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compass noun

/ˈkʌm.pəs/

A magnetic or electronic device used to determine the cardinal directions (usually magnetic or true north).

"The hiker used his compass to find north and continue on the trail. "

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southwestwards

/ˌsaʊθˈwɛstwərdz/ /ˌsʌθˈwɛstwərdz/

Southwestward

"The flock of geese flew southwestwards towards the warmer weather. "

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strongly adverb

/stɹɑŋli/ /stɹɒŋli/ /stɹɔŋli/

In a strong or powerful manner.

"In the third race, Renowned Blaze finished strongly to win, paying sixteen dollars."

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difficult verb

/ˈdɪfɪkəlt/

To make difficult; to impede; to perplex.

"The complicated instructions on the new software difficult me from completing the project on time. "

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abbreviated verb

/əˈbɹiːvieɪtɪd/ /əˈbɹi.viˌeɪ.tɪd/

To shorten by omitting parts or details.

"To save time, the teacher abbreviated the instructions for the project. "