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to windward
 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun to windward has 1 sense
  1. to windward, windward side, weatherboard, weather side - the side toward the wind
    --1 is a kind of windward

Definitions from the Web

Term: to windward

Part of speech: Phrase

Senses:

  1. Adv.: In the direction from which the wind is blowing; towards the wind.
  2. Noun: The side or direction facing the wind.
  3. Verb: To position or turn a vessel with the bow towards the wind.

Sample sentences:

  1. He positioned himself to windward, shielding his face from the gusts.
  2. The sailor took a glance at the mainsail to windward to ensure it was properly trimmed.
  3. They carefully adjusted the sails and tacked to windward to maintain their course.

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