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Meaning of
windward
in English
windward
us
//ˈwɪndwərd//
uk
//ˈwɪndwəd//
#moderate
Definitions
Adjective
facing
the
wind's
direction
;
exposed
side
The
windward
side
of
the
island
was
rocky
and
barren
.
side
receiving
wind's
force
The
sailors
adjusted
the
sails
to
maximize
exposure
on
the
windward
side
.
Noun
direction
of
wind
origin
The
captain
checked
the
windward
direction
to
navigate
the
ship
.
area
exposed
to
wind
blows
The
hikers
avoided
the
windward
area
to
escape
the
strong
gusts
.
