1. movement toward the south
Usage: nautical
2. the distance traveled southward
Usage: nautical; surveying

Examples

• The ship’s southing was recorded at 50 nautical miles.
• After three days of sailing, their southing brought them closer to the equator.
• The navigator calculated the vessel’s southing from the previous day’s position.
• The survey team measured their southing to determine the exact boundary line.
• Strong northerly winds aided their southing toward warmer waters.
• The captain noted a southing of 75 miles in the ship’s log.