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windward

/ˈwɪndwərd/ adjective · British & US
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What does windward mean?

adjective

Facing or directed towards the wind; on the side of the wind. In sailing, the side of the ship or boat that is away from the wind.

Example

"The windward side of the island was lush and green, while the leeward side was dry and barren."

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