adj
windward
WIHND-wuhd
Windward (adj) means facing or situated in the direction the wind is blowing from. Example: “They anchored the boat on the windward side of the island.”
adj
1
Facing or situated in the direction the wind is blowing from.
"The windward boat must give way to the leeward boat."
"They anchored the boat on the windward side of the island."
adv
1
Toward the direction from which the wind is coming.
"The sailors turned the boat windward to catch the gust."
"We beat our way windward."
How to use windward
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishOn or toward the side facing into the wind — the opposite of leeward.
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Common pairings
windward side
sail windward
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more windward
- Superlative
- most windward
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Etymology
From wind + the suffix -ward, meaning "in the direction of".
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Frequently asked questions
What does “windward” mean?
The word “windward” means facing or situated in the direction the wind is blowing from. In plain terms, on or toward the side facing into the wind — the opposite of leeward.
How do you pronounce “windward”?
“Windward” is pronounced WIHND-wuhd (/ˈwɪndwə(ɹ)d/ in IPA).
How do you use “windward” in a sentence?
Here is “windward” used in a sentence: “They anchored the boat on the windward side of the island.”
What is another word for “windward”?
Words with a similar meaning to “windward” include upwind.
What is the opposite of “windward”?
The opposite of “windward” — its antonyms — is leeward.
What part of speech is “windward”?
Depending on how it is used, “windward” can be an adjective and an adverb.
How many meanings does “windward” have?
“Windward” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: facing or situated in the direction the wind is blowing from.
