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southeast
/ˌsaʊθˈiːst/
[/ˌsaʊθˈiːst/]
between south and east
Intermediatenoun
Definition
The direction or point on the compass midway between south and east.
Example
The monsoon winds arrive from the southeast and bring heavy rains to the region.
The monsoon winds arrive from the southeast and bring heavy rains to the region.
Etymology
A compound of 'south' and 'east'.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in navigation, weather, and geography.