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Windward

Windward Meaning & Definition
Windward Definition And Meaning

What's The Definition Of Windward?

[n] the direction from which the wind is coming
[adv] away from the wind; "they were sailing windward"
[adj] on the side exposed to the wind; "the windward islands"

Synonyms | Synonyms for Windward: downwind | upwind | weather(a)

Related Terms | Find terms related to Windward:

See Also | direction | to windward | weather side | weatherboard | windward side

Windward In Webster's Dictionary

\Wind"ward\, n. The point or side from which the wind blows; as, to ply to the windward; -- opposed to {leeward}. {To lay an anchor to the windward}, a figurative expression, signifying to adopt precautionary or anticipatory measures for success or security.
\Wind"ward\, a. Situated toward the point from which the wind blows; as, the Windward Islands.
\Wind"ward\, adv. Toward the wind; in the direction from which the wind blows.

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