Tailwind
noun
A wind that blows in the direction of travel of an object, providing it with additional speed.
The plane flew faster thanks to the tailwind.
Often appears as...
- tailwind effect
- flying with a tailwind
Usage tips
Neutral
General
noun
A situation that helps something progress or succeed.
The new policy acted as a tailwind for the company's growth.
Often appears as...
- tailwind for growth
- enjoy a tailwind
Usage tips
Neutral
General
noun
A wind that blows in the direction of travel of an object, providing it with additional speed.
The plane flew faster thanks to the tailwind.
Often appears as...
- tailwind effect
- flying with a tailwind
Usage tips
Neutral
General
noun
A situation that helps something progress or succeed.
The new policy acted as a tailwind for the company's growth.
Often appears as...
- tailwind for growth
- enjoy a tailwind
Usage tips
Neutral
General
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Understanding that 'tailwind' can be both literal and metaphorical
In business, having a tailwind means favorable conditions for growth.
Pro Tip 2/3Metaphor
Use in metaphorical contexts to describe advantageous situations
The project enjoyed a tailwind due to increased funding.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Reference
Recognizing that 'tailwind' is often used in aviation
Pilots rely on tailwinds for efficient flying.
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Understanding that 'tailwind' can be both literal and metaphorical
In business, having a tailwind means favorable conditions for growth.
Pro Tip 2/3Metaphor
Use in metaphorical contexts to describe advantageous situations
The project enjoyed a tailwind due to increased funding.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Reference
Recognizing that 'tailwind' is often used in aviation
Pilots rely on tailwinds for efficient flying.
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Understanding that 'tailwind' can be both literal and metaphorical
In business, having a tailwind means favorable conditions for growth.
Pro Tip 2/3Metaphor
Use in metaphorical contexts to describe advantageous situations
The project enjoyed a tailwind due to increased funding.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Reference
Recognizing that 'tailwind' is often used in aviation
Pilots rely on tailwinds for efficient flying.
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