Windward
Pronunciation : Wind"ward
Part of Speech : n.
Definition : Defn: The point or side from which the wind blows; as, to ply to the windward; -- opposed to Ant: leeward. To lay an anchor to the windward, a figurative expression, signifying to adopt precautionary or anticipatory measures for success or security.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
Pronunciation : Wind"ward
Part of Speech : a.
Definition : Defn: Situated toward the point from which the wind blows; as, the Windward Islands.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
Pronunciation : Wind"ward
Part of Speech : adv.
Definition : Defn: Toward the wind; in the direction from which the wind blows.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913