windward

== English == === Alternative forms === wind'ard === Etymology === From wind + -ward. === Pronunciation === IPA(key): /ˈwɪndwə(ɹ)d/ (nautical) IPA(key): /ˈwɪnə(ɹ)d/ === Adjective === windward (comparative more windward, superlative most windward) Towards the wind, or the direction from which the wind is blowing. On the side exposed to the wind. (figurative) In a position of advantage or superiority. ==== Synonyms ==== upwind ==== Antonyms ==== leeward ==== Derived terms ==== Windward Antilles Windward Islands ==== Translations ==== === Adverb === windward (not comparable) In a direction from which the wind blows, against or towards the wind. ==== Derived terms ==== ==== Translations ==== === Noun === windward The direction from which the wind blows. The side receiving the wind's force. ==== Translations ==== === See also === weather gauge === References === “windward”, in OneLook Dictionary Search.