Close To The Wind (Adverb)
Meaning
Nearly opposite to the direction from which wind is coming; "sailing close to the wind".
Examples
- The sailors expertly trimmed the sails to keep the boat sailing close to the wind.
- The group had to paddle their canoe close to the wind to reach the island before the storm.
- Sailing close to the wind demanded great skill and strength from the crew.
- Their yacht was capable of sailing close to the wind due to its advanced hull design.
- Racing teams love sailing close to the wind as it often requires creative and unconventional tactics.