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windward Definition and Meaning in English (windward definition)

adjective
Synonyms:upwind
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Windward definition: Describing the side or direction that is facing the wind.

Definitions of Windward

  1. 1adjective

    Describing the side or direction that is facing the wind.

  2. 2adverb

    In the direction from which the wind is blowing.

  3. 3noun

    The side or direction that is exposed to the wind.

Example Sentences

casual

“The ship sailed on the windward side of the island.”

casual

“We had to tack windward to reach the harbor.”

casual

“The windward slopes receive more rain.”

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