1. waterproof hats with wide brims at the back, worn especially by sailors and fishermen
Usage: nautical
2. strong winds or storms coming from the southwest
Usage: meteorological

Examples

• The fishermen wore bright yellow southwesters to protect themselves from the spray.
• The crew donned their southwesters before heading out into the storm.
• Strong southwesters brought heavy rain to the coastal region.
• The weather forecast predicted southwesters with winds up to 40 mph.
• Maritime workers rely on southwesters to keep their heads dry.
• The approaching southwesters forced small boats to return to harbor.