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Webster 1913 Edition
Southwester
Southˊwest′er
(?; colloq. [GREEK])
, Noun.
1.
A storm, gale, or strong wind from the southwest.
2.
A hat made of painted canvas, oiled cloth, or the like, with a flap at the back, – worn in stormy weather.
Definition 2024
southwester
southwester
English
Alternative forms
Noun
southwester (plural southwesters)
- A strong wind blowing from the southwest.
- (more often sou'wester) A waterproof hat, often of oilskin, designed to repel wind and rain.
- (more often sou'wester) A long raincoat, often worn at sea.
Synonyms
- (a waterproof hat): cape ann
Translations
wind
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waterproof hat — see sou'wester