upwind
upwind · further upwind · furthest upwind
In the direction from which the wind is blowingIn the direction from which the wind is blowing.
/ʌpˈwɪnd/
Meaning
1 senses(not comparable, usually)In the direction from which the wind is blowing.
in the direction opposite to the direction the wind is blowing
Forms
further upwind/farther upwind/more upwind, furthest upwind/farthest upwind/most upwind| Comparative | further upwind / farther upwind / more upwind |
|---|---|
| Superlative | furthest upwind / farthest upwind / most upwind |
regular
Synonyms
3 synonymsClose in meaning
- away from the wind:leeward
- in the direction opposite to the direction the wind is blowing:against the windinto the wind
Antonyms
1 antonymsSee also
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