Meaning & Definition of word "South"

South

/saʊθ/

1. The direction toward the point of the horizon 90 degrees clockwise from east; the direction in which a compass needle normally points.
- Example: The sun sets in the west, so we need to head south to find the ancient ruins.
2. One of the four cardinal points, situated directly opposite north.
- Example: They traveled south for several days before reaching the tropical rainforest.
3. The southern part of a region or country.
- Example: The south of France is known for its picturesque landscapes and vineyards.

1. Located in or toward the south.
- Example: They took a vacation to a south-facing beach resort.
2. Coming from the southern part of a specified area.
- Example: He is a south American artist who draws inspiration from nature.

1. In the direction of the south.
- Example: We decided to move south to escape the cold weather.
2. From the north to the south.
- Example: The storm system is moving south faster than anticipated.

●Old English 'sūþ', related to Old High German 'sund' (south).

south of the border:

Referring to areas south of a defined line, often referring to Mexico from the USA.

go south:

To decline or worsen.

southbound:

Traveling toward the south.

southern:

Of, relating to, or characteristic of the south.

southeast:

The direction between south and east.

southwest:

The direction between south and west.

Meaning: Southern hospitality

● Example Sentence: As soon as we arrived, we were greeted with southern hospitality.

Meaning: South Side

● Example Sentence: He’s from the South Side of Chicago.