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Vocabulary Entry
south
|noun • adjective • adverb
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N
noun
A cardinal direction that is opposite to north, typically corresponding to the lower part of a map.
Example Sentences
"The sun sets in the west and rises in the east, but it is always to the south at noon."
"We drove south for several hours to reach the beach."
"On the compass, south is indicated by the letter 'S'."
A
adjective
Situated in the south; facing or directed toward the south.
Example Sentences
"The south entrance of the building is the main one."
"We prefer to travel to south-facing beaches for better sunlight."
"The south wind brought warmer weather to the region."
A
adverb
In a southern direction.
Example Sentences
"The flock of birds flew south for the winter."
"He walked south until he reached the river."
"The trail leads south from the campsite."