southeast by south
Definition
Noun: - The compass point that is one point south of southeast: A precise direction on a 32-point compass, located exactly halfway between southeast and south-southeast. It is one of the 32 principal points used in navigation.
Usage
This term is used in precise navigation, meteorology (e.g., wind direction), and cartography to indicate a very specific bearing. It is more exact than simply saying "southeast."
Examples
- Noun:
- The wind shifted to southeast by south, bringing warmer air.
- To reach the hidden cove, set a course of southeast by south.
- The old map indicated the treasure was buried on a bearing of southeast by south from the large oak tree.
Advanced Usage
- Abbreviation: Often abbreviated as SEbS on charts and in technical logs.
- In a Sentence: It functions as a singular noun phrase, typically used after prepositions like , , or .
Variants and Related Words
- Southeast (SE): The cardinal intercardinal point.
- South-Southeast (SSE): The point halfway between south and southeast.
- Southeast by East (SEbE): The compass point one point east of southeast.
Synonyms
- SEbS: The standard abbreviation.
- Bearing 146.25 degrees: The equivalent in decimal degrees (for a true north reference).
Related Phrases
- Southeast by south wind: A wind blowing the southeast by south direction.
- To steer southeast by south: To guide a vessel or vehicle on that specific heading.
Noun
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the compass point that is one point south of southeast
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