southwestern

CEFRB1

/sˌaʊˈθwɛstərn/

adjective

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In plain English

  1. 01

    adjective

    In or relating to the southwest part of a place.

  2. 02

    adjective

    Extra detail

    Of or relating to any of various particular regions named for the cardinal direction in which they lie.

Examples

  • Jugo is a southwestern wind, isn't it?

  • Southwestern cities like Phoenix and Tucson have some of the fastest-growing populations in the country.

At a glance

Sits at B1 on the CEFR scale

Senses
3
Parts of speech
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Citations
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Deep Dive

adjective

Extra meaning

  1. Of or pertaining to the southwest.

More examples

In context

  • We're flying to the southwestern edge of Algeria: Tindouf.

  • Locals think southwestern sunsets are the most beautiful.

  • This recipe has a Southwestern flavor that reminds me of my trip to Santa Fe.

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Origin

adjective

From Middle English southwesterne, from Old English sūþwesterne, equivalent to south + western.