Southwestern (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Of a region of the United States generally including New Mexico; Arizona; Texas; California; and sometimes Nevada; Utah; Colorado.
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Examples
- The southwestern United States is known for its arid desert landscapes and unique rock formations.
- Southwestern cuisine often combines Spanish, Mexican, and Native American flavors and ingredients.
- The southwestern states have a rich cultural heritage, with many Native American reservations and Spanish colonial towns.
- Tourists flock to the southwestern region to experience its natural beauty, including the Grand Canyon and Monument Valley.
- The southwestern part of the country is also home to several major cities, including Phoenix, Arizona, and Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Meaning 2
Situated in or oriented toward the southwest.
Classification
All adjective clusters.