south pole

noun

Definition of SOUTH POLE

a often capitalized S&P : the southernmost point of the earth

b : the zenith of the heavens as viewed from the south terrestrial pole

of a magnet : the pole that points toward the south

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14th century

SOUTH POLE Defined for Kids

noun , often cap S&P

: the most southern point of the earth : the southern end of the earth's axis

: the end of a magnet that points toward the south when the magnet is free to swing

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