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West Wind

Definition:

The West Wind refers to a wind that blows from the west direction. It is commonly associated with cool or cold weather, depending on the region and season.

Part of Speech:

• Noun
• Adjective

Senses:

Noun:

1. A wind that blows from the west direction.
2. Mythological: In Greek mythology, the West Wind was personified as Zephyrus, the god of the west wind.

Adjective:

1. Referring to a wind blowing from the west direction.

Popular Usage:

Noun:

The West Wind brought a refreshing breeze to the beach on a hot summer day.

Adjective:

The sailors set sail, taking advantage of the favorable west wind.

Local Usage:

Noun:

In the local folklore, the West Wind is believed to bring good luck and bountiful harvests.

Adjective:

We need to check the weather forecast to see whether we will have a west wind during our hiking trip.

Sample Sentences:

Noun:

1. The west wind blew the leaves off the trees.
2. In the summer, the west wind carries the scent of the nearby lavender fields.

Adjective:

1. We had a pleasant picnic with the warm west wind gently blowing.
2. The west wind warning indicated potential storms approaching the coast.

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