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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30 May 2025

FOREHAND

(noun) (sports) a return made with the palm of the hand facing the direction of the stroke (as in tennis or badminton or squash)


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