south-wester

A sailor wears a south-wester to stay dry in the storm.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A strong wind from the southwest: "south-wester" refers to a powerful wind that originates from the southwest direction, often associated with storms or maritime weather.
   • A waterproof hat: "south-wester" also denotes a type of waterproof hat, typically with a broad brim at the back, worn by sailors or fishermen to protect against rain and wind.

Usage Examples

• Noun (wind):

  • The sailors braced themselves against the fierce south-wester. (A strong wind blowing from the southwest.)
  • A south-wester brought heavy rain and rough seas to the coast. (A wind from the southwest causing stormy conditions.)

• Noun (hat):

  • He wore a south-wester to keep the rain off his neck. (A waterproof hat with a protective brim.)
  • The fisherman's south-wester was soaked after hours at sea. (The hat designed for wet weather.)

Advanced Usage

• "to weather a south-wester": to endure or survive a storm coming from the southwest.

  • The old ship managed to weather a fierce south-wester. (The ship withstood the strong wind from the southwest.)

• "south-westerly": an adjective or adverb form describing something from the southwest.

  • The south-westerly wind pushed the clouds inland. (The wind coming from the southwest.)

Variants and Related Words

• Sou'wester (n): a common abbreviation or variant spelling of "south-wester," especially for the hat.

  • He pulled on his sou'wester before going on deck. (A shortened form of south-wester hat.)

• Southwest (n/adj): the direction or point midway between south and west.

  • The storm came from the southwest. (The direction of origin.)

Synonyms

• Wind: , (for a strong wind).
• Hat: , , .

Phrasal Verbs

Related Idioms

• "Blow a south-wester": an informal expression meaning to experience or talk about a strong wind from the southwest.

  • The old sailor claimed the weather would blow a south-wester by evening. (The wind would become strong from the southwest.)

• "Wear a south-wester": to be prepared for rough weather, often used metaphorically.

  • He always wears a south-wester when facing criticism. (He is ready to endure harsh conditions.)