Windward
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈwɪndwə(ɹ)d/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Windward is an adjective meaning Towards the wind, or the direction from which the wind is blowing.
Meaning
Towards the wind, or the direction from which the wind is blowing.
More Meanings
- On the side exposed to the wind.
- (figurative) In a position of advantage or superiority.
- In a direction from which the wind blows, against or towards the wind.
- The direction from which the wind blows.
- The side receiving the wind's force.
Example Sentences
the windward bedroom
We beat our way windward.
The windward boat must give way to the leeward boat.
A vessel has the weather gage of another when she is to windward of her. A weatherly ship is one that works well to windward, making but little leeway.
Word Forms
- wind'ard
Synonyms for windward
Depending on context, synonyms include upwind, downwind.
Antonyms for windward
Common opposites include leeward, upwind.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include downwind, upwind, weather, leeward, wind, alee.
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