Sekirov Dictionary

windward

/ˈwɪndwə(ɹ)d/

adjective 3
noun 2
adverb 1
forms 3

adjective3

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Towards the wind, or the direction from which the wind is blowing.
- The windward boat must give way to the leeward boat.
On the side exposed to the wind.
(figurative) In a position of advantage or superiority.

noun2

•
The direction from which the wind blows.
- 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. — 1840
The side receiving the wind's force.

adverb1

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In a direction from which the wind blows, against or towards the wind.
- We beat our way windward.

forms

more windward · most windward · windwardmost

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