southwester
Definition
Noun: 1. A strong wind blowing from the southwest: A "southwester" is a powerful wind or gale originating from the southwest direction. It is often associated with storms and rough weather, particularly in maritime contexts.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The ship struggled against the fierce southwester as it rounded the cape.
- A sudden southwester brought heavy rain and forced the cancellation of the outdoor event.
Advanced Usage
- As a directional weather phenomenon: The term is often used in meteorology, sailing, and aviation to describe a specific wind direction and force, implying significant weather conditions.
- The forecast predicts a strong southwester developing overnight, with gusts up to 50 knots.
Variants and Related Words
- Southwesterly (adjective/adverb): Coming from or directed toward the southwest.
- A southwesterly gale. (Adjective)
- The wind blew southwesterly. (Adverb)
- Southwest (noun): The compass point or direction midway between south and west.
Synonyms
- Southwest wind: A more general term for any wind from the southwest, not necessarily strong.
- Gale: A very strong wind. (A southwester is a specific type of gale from that direction.)
Notes on Meaning
- The term "southwester" specifically denotes both the direction (southwest) and the strength (strong, gale-force) of the wind. A gentle breeze from the southwest would not typically be called a southwester.
Noun
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a strong wind from the southwest
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