1. the direction that is halfway between south and east
2. the southeastern part of a country, region, or area

1. located in or toward the southeast
2. coming from the southeast
Usage: used especially of wind

1. toward the southeast

Examples

• The compass needle pointed southeast.
• They moved to the Southeast after college.
• The southeast corner of the building gets morning sun.
• A warm southeast wind brought rain to the area.
• The birds migrate southeast in winter.
• Drive southeast on Highway 95 for twenty miles.
• The Southeast is known for its hospitality.
• Our southeast bedroom is the brightest in the house.