Bottom of a compass rose Crossword Clue

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Bottom of a compass rose Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. the cardinal compass point that is at 180 degrees
2. the southern states that seceded from the United States in 1861
(adverb)
1. in a southern direction
(adjective)
1. situated in or facing or moving toward or coming from the south

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

COMPASS (noun)
1. the limit of capability
2. an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control:
COMPASS (verb)
1. get the meaning of something
2. travel around, either by plane or ship
BOTTOM (noun)
1. low-lying alluvial land near a river
2. a cargo ship
BOTTOM (verb)
1. come to understand
2. provide with a bottom or a seat
BOTTOM (adjective)
1. situated at the bottom or lowest position
2. the lowest rank

Hint 3: Anagram

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