Windward Side (Noun)
Meaning
The side toward the wind.
Classification
Nouns denoting relations between people or things or ideas.
Examples
- The windward side of the island was more lush and green due to the increased rainfall it received.
- The sailors adjusted their sails to maximize their speed on the windward side of the storm.
- The windward side of the mountain was much cooler and had a distinct set of flora and fauna.
- The windward side of the house was designed with large windows to take advantage of the natural ventilation.
- The hikers made their way up the windward side of the ridge, where the air was crisp and clean.