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southwester definition

south·wester (so̵ut̸h′westər; naut. so̵u′-)

noun

  1. a storm or strong wind from the southwest
  2. a sailor's waterproof coat or hat of oilskin, canvas, etc.: the hat has a brim that broadens in the back to protect the neck

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