Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
south-by-east
Noun
/saʊθ baɪ iːst/
Definition
A cardinal direction that is slightly east of due south, indicating a bearing of 157.5 degrees on a compass.
Examples
- The ship was sailing on a south-by-east course to reach its destination.
- The hiker used a compass to find the south-by-east direction through the forest.
- When planning the route, they noted that the south-by-east winds would favor their journey.
Meaning
The term south-by-east is used in navigation and geography to describe a direction that is not directly south but leans slightly toward the east.
Synonyms
- South-southeast
- East-southeast
- SE by S
