up-wind (Meaning)
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up-wind (adv.)
Against the wind.
Synonyms & Antonyms of up-wind
up-wind Sentence Examples
- The hikers made camp up-wind of the roaring river to avoid the deafening noise.
- The sailboat strategically positioned itself up-wind to gain maximum speed and maneuverability.
- The meteorologist predicted the up-wind direction to determine the path of the incoming storm.
- The hikers huddled close to the up-wind side of the cave, seeking shelter from the gusting wind.
- The pilot adjusted the wing flaps to maintain stability while flying up-wind.
- The surgeon wore a mask up-wind of the patient during surgery to prevent contamination.
- The incense smoke curled up-wind, carrying its soothing aroma throughout the room.
- The bird circled high up-wind, searching for its prey on the ground below.
- The fishermen cast their lines up-wind of the reef, hoping to catch unsuspecting fish.
- The farmer sprayed pesticide up-wind of the crops to avoid drift and minimize harm to neighboring areas.
FAQs About the word up-wind
Against the wind.
windward,,
leeward, leeward, downwind,downwind,
The hikers made camp up-wind of the roaring river to avoid the deafening noise.
The sailboat strategically positioned itself up-wind to gain maximum speed and maneuverability.
The meteorologist predicted the up-wind direction to determine the path of the incoming storm.
The hikers huddled close to the up-wind side of the cave, seeking shelter from the gusting wind.
