English Dictionary: windward | by the DICT Development Group |
4 results for windward | |
From WordNet (r) 3.0 (2006) [wn]: | |
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From Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913) [web1913]: | |
Windward \Wind"ward\, n. The point or side from which the wind blows; as, to ply to the windward; -- opposed to {leeward}. {To lay an anchor to the windward}, a figurative expression, signifying to adopt precautionary or anticipatory measures for success or security. | |
From Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913) [web1913]: | |
Windward \Wind"ward\, a. Situated toward the point from which the wind blows; as, the Windward Islands. | |
From Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913) [web1913]: | |
Windward \Wind"ward\, adv. Toward the wind; in the direction from which the wind blows. |