wind sock

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Noun : A truncated cloth cone mounted on a mast; used (e.g., at airports) to show the direction of the wind : A "wind sock" is a device consisting of a conical, open-ended fabric tube attached to a pole. It catches the wind and aligns itself to indicate wind direction and provide a rough estimate of wind speed based on how fully it inflates. Usage Examples Noun : The pilot checked th...