southwester

plural southwesters · alternative sou'wester

1. A strong wind blowing from the southwest.

   Have you ever stood at the edge of a great wood on a high ridge when a wild south-wester broke over it in full fury on an autumn evening?

   1951, C. S. Lewis, Prince Caspian: The Return to Narnia

2. more often sou'westerA waterproof hat, often of oilskin and with a long brim at the back covering the neck, designed to repel wind and rain.

   Synonyms: cape ann

3. more often sou'westerA long raincoat, often worn at sea.