WINDBLOWN

windblown

(adjective) used especially of trees; growing in a shape determined by the prevailing winds

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Adjective

windblown (comparative more windblown, superlative most windblown)

(of a tree) growing in a distorted shape produced by the prevailing winds.

(of seeds, leaves etc) dispersed by the wind.

(of a person) having disheveled hair blown about by the wind.

Source: Wiktionary



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Word of the Day

22 April 2025

BRIGHT

(adjective) made smooth and bright by or as if by rubbing; reflecting a sheen or glow; “bright silver candlesticks”; “a burnished brass knocker”; “she brushed her hair until it fell in lustrous auburn waves”; “rows of shining glasses”; “shiny black patents”


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