southwester

English

noun
Definitions
  • 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.

Etymology

Suffix from English southwest.

Origin

English

southwest

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