There are four varieties of commercially viable coffee: Arabica, Liberica, Excelsa, and Robusta. Growers predominantly plant the Arabica species. Although less popular, Robusta tastes slightly more bitter and contains more caffeine.
WINDWARD
windward
(adjective) on the side exposed to the wind; “the windward islands”
windward, downwind
(adverb) toward the wind; “they were sailing windward”
windward
(noun) the side of something that is toward the wind
windward
(noun) the direction from which the wind is coming
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adjective
windward (comparative more windward, superlative most windward)
Towards the wind, or the direction from which the wind is blowing.
On the side exposed to the wind.
Synonyms
• upwind
Antonyms
• leeward
Adverb
windward (not comparable)
In a direction from which the wind blows, against or towards the wind.
Noun
windward
The direction from which the wind blows.
The side receiving the wind's force.
Source: Wiktionary
Wind"ward, n.
Definition: The point or side from which the wind blows; as, to ply to the windward; -- opposed to Ant: 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.
Definition: Situated toward the point from which the wind blows; as, the Windward Islands.
Wind"ward, adv.
Definition: Toward the wind; in the direction from which the wind blows.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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