west wind
Definition
Noun: A wind that blows from the west to the east. It is a prevailing wind in the temperate zones of the Earth, often associated with bringing weather systems from the ocean to land areas.
Usage
The term "west wind" is used to describe a specific meteorological phenomenon based on its direction of origin. It is commonly used in weather forecasts, sailing, poetry, and general descriptions of wind patterns. - The west wind brought cooler air and rain clouds from the ocean. - Sailors hoped for a steady west wind to carry them eastward.
Advanced Usage
- Poetic/Classical Reference: In literature and mythology, the "west wind" (often personified, e.g., Zephyrus in Greek mythology) is a common symbol for gentleness, change, or the arrival of spring.
- The poet invoked the west wind as a "breath of Autumn's being."
Variants and Related Words
- Westerly (noun/adjective): A wind blowing from the west; situated toward or coming from the west.
- A strong westerly is expected tomorrow.
- Zephyr (noun): A term for a gentle, mild west wind, often used poetically.
Synonyms
- Westerly
- Zephyr (specifically a light or gentle west wind)
Related Phrases
- Prevailing westerlies: The dominant west-to-east wind belts found in the middle latitudes of both hemispheres.
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wind that blows from west to east
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