windage Antonyms
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Meaning of windage
windage (n)
the retarding force of air friction on a moving object
the space between the projectile of a smoothbore gun and the surface of the bore of the gun
exposure to the wind (as the exposed part of a vessel's hull which is responsible for wind resistance)
the deflection of a projectile resulting from the effects of wind
windage (n.)
The difference between the diameter of the bore of a gun and that of the shot fired from it.
The sudden compression of the air caused by a projectile in passing close to another body.
windage Sentence Examples
- The archer adjusted the windage on his bow to compensate for the breeze.
- The ship's sails were set to minimize windage and avoid capsizing.
- The engineer calculated the windage factor for the aircraft's design.
- The golfer took the windage into account when selecting his club.
- The sniper adjusted his rifle's windage knob for accurate shooting in the gusty wind.
- The windage error of the artillery shell was negligible, ensuring a precise impact.
- The sails of the sailboat were positioned to maximize efficiency while reducing windage.
- The vehicle's streamlined shape helped minimize windage and improve fuel economy.
- The windage correction applied to the navigation system ensured accurate route planning.
- The high-rise building's windage was addressed by architectural features to mitigate wind-induced vibrations.
FAQs About the word windage
the retarding force of air friction on a moving object, the space between the projectile of a smoothbore gun and the surface of the bore of the gun, exposure to
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The archer adjusted the windage on his bow to compensate for the breeze.
The ship's sails were set to minimize windage and avoid capsizing.
The engineer calculated the windage factor for the aircraft's design.
The golfer took the windage into account when selecting his club.
