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windward
Definitions
1
adjective
Facing
or
located
towards
the
direction
from
which
the
wind
is
blowing
.
The
windward
side
of
the
mountain
receives
more
rainfall
.
Sailors
adjusted
the
sails
to
catch
the
wind
from
the
windward
side
.
The
windward
coast
is
often
more
lush
due
to
the
moisture-laden
winds
.
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English
Word parts
wind (air in motion) + ward (direction towards)
Originally meant
towards the wind
Background
The term 'windward' has been used in navigation and meteorology to describe the side of an object or area that faces the wind. It is often used in contrast to 'leeward,' which refers to the side sheltered from the wind.