Wind Deflection (Noun)
Meaning
The deflection of a projectile resulting from the effects of wind.
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- The wind deflection calculation helped the artillery team to adjust their aim for a more accurate strike.
- Meteorologists study wind deflection to improve weather forecasting and better predict the trajectory of projectiles.
- In the absence of wind deflection data, the pilots relied on their experience to gauge the right moment to drop the payload.
- The snipers carefully accounted for wind deflection before firing, given the long distance between them and the target.
- After accounting for wind deflection, the guidance system made the necessary adjustments to ensure the missile hit the mark.