About The Word Windward
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Windward
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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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