South Definition & Meaning

south
adverb
  1. in a southern direction; "we moved south"
adjective
  1. situated in or facing or moving toward or coming from the south; "the south entrance"
noun
  1. the region of the United States lying to the south of the Mason-Dixon line
  2. the southern states that seceded from the United States in 1861
  3. the cardinal compass point that is at 180 degrees
  4. a location in the southern part of a country, region, or city
  5. the direction corresponding to the southward cardinal compass point

"South" in song lyrics

See how south is used in real songs:

  • "I need to make a few mill, move my fam down south"
    1.4.0. Productions f/ Crunch Lo, Shawn Wigs — One on One
  • "I'll go about from the East to the South"
    2nd II None f/ Mausberg — Make 'Em Understand
  • "You've gotta take this back down South"
    3rd Bass — Flippin' Off the Wall Like Lucy Ball

Usage tips for "south"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "south" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for south to find words that pair well.

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