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Southwest
/ˌsaʊθˈwɛst/
Definition
1
The direction or compass point midway between south and west, equivalent to 225 degrees from north.
2
Situated in, toward, or coming from the southwest.
3
The southwestern part of a region, especially the southwestern United States, known for its deserts, canyons, and cowboy culture.
Examples
After the GPS failed in the desert, we veered southwest and accidentally discovered a tumbleweed rave.
Southwest Airlines promised 'bags fly free,' but my suitcase ended up freelancing in Albuquerque.
The sunset painted the sky in southwest hues – burnt orange and dusty purple, like a cowboy's forgotten dreams.
Head southwest from here, and you'll hit the world's largest ball of twine; true story, or at least a fun detour.