Definition

Noun: - The side toward the wind: The side of an object, area, or vessel that is facing the direction from which the wind is blowing. This side is directly exposed to the wind.

Usage

The term "windward side" is used to describe the exposed, upwind side of something. It is a specific nautical and geographical term but is also used in general contexts to indicate the side facing the oncoming wind. - When sailing, the windward side of the boat is the side the wind hits first. - In geography, the windward side of a mountain range receives more rain.

Examples

Advanced Usage

• "To be on the windward side": To be positioned facing the wind.
  • The flags on the windward side of the building were fully extended.

Variants and Related Words

• Windward (adjective/adverb/noun): Pertaining to or situated on the side from which the wind is blowing.
  • We sailed on the windward tack.
• Leeward side (noun): The opposite side, sheltered from the wind.

Synonyms

• Upwind side
• Weather side (a more technical or nautical synonym)

Antonyms

• Leeward side
• Lee side
• Downwind side

Noun

1. the side toward the wind