Southwest (Noun)
Meaning 1
The compass point midway between south and west; at 225 degrees.
Classification
Nouns denoting relations between people or things or ideas.
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Meaning 2
A location in the southwestern part of a country, region, or city.
Classification
Nouns denoting spatial position.
Examples
- The new restaurant is located in the southwest part of the city, near the highway.
- The southwest region of the country is known for its beautiful beaches and tropical climate.
- The company has several offices in the southwest, including ones in Texas and Arizona.
- The southwest corner of the park is a popular spot for picnics and barbecues.
- The southwest part of the state is home to several major universities and research institutions.
Meaning 3
The direction corresponding to the southwestward compass point.
Classification
Nouns denoting relations between people or things or ideas.
Meaning 4
The southwestern region of the United States generally including New Mexico, Arizona, Texas, California, and sometimes Utah and Colorado.
Classification
Nouns denoting spatial position.