Upwind
adverb
In the direction that the wind is coming from.
We should build the campfire upwind from the tent to prevent smoke from blowing in.
Often appears as...
- stand upwind
- upwind direction
adjective
Located or moving in the direction that the wind is coming from.
The upwind side of the house gets the most wind exposure, so we should install the wind turbine there.
Often appears as...
- upwind side
- upwind position
adverb
In the direction that the wind is coming from.
We should build the campfire upwind from the tent to prevent smoke from blowing in.
Often appears as...
- stand upwind
- upwind direction
adjective
Located or moving in the direction that the wind is coming from.
The upwind side of the house gets the most wind exposure, so we should install the wind turbine there.
Often appears as...
- upwind side
- upwind position
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Scent Avoidance
Use 'upwind' when you want to stay clear of smells or airborne particles.
Walk upwind to avoid the smell from the landfill.
Pro Tip 2/3Sailing Context
'Upwind' is often used when talking about sailing or flying to indicate direction.
The sailboat tacked upwind to reach the buoy.
Pro Tip 3/3Outdoor Planning
Consider 'upwind' in camping or outdoor activities to avoid discomfort.
Place the picnic area upwind of the dusty trail.
Pro Tip 1/3Scent Avoidance
Use 'upwind' when you want to stay clear of smells or airborne particles.
Walk upwind to avoid the smell from the landfill.
Pro Tip 2/3Sailing Context
'Upwind' is often used when talking about sailing or flying to indicate direction.
The sailboat tacked upwind to reach the buoy.
Pro Tip 3/3Outdoor Planning
Consider 'upwind' in camping or outdoor activities to avoid discomfort.
Place the picnic area upwind of the dusty trail.
Pro Tip 1/3Scent Avoidance
Use 'upwind' when you want to stay clear of smells or airborne particles.
Walk upwind to avoid the smell from the landfill.
Pro Tip 2/3Sailing Context
'Upwind' is often used when talking about sailing or flying to indicate direction.
The sailboat tacked upwind to reach the buoy.
Pro Tip 3/3Outdoor Planning
Consider 'upwind' in camping or outdoor activities to avoid discomfort.
Place the picnic area upwind of the dusty trail.
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Video examples
Wings of the Albatross PIPE...
from being big and being tall and being able to squirt that oil back to any one who dares to come close so I stay upwind taking a closer look truly endearing at
Video examples
Nature's Mighty Power:...
she leads them around the blaze upwind away from the heat and smoke
Video examples
Wings of the Albatross PIPE...
from being big and being tall and being able to squirt that oil back to any one who dares to come close so I stay upwind taking a closer look truly endearing at
Video examples
Nature's Mighty Power:...
she leads them around the blaze upwind away from the heat and smoke
Example 1 of 2
Quote examples
Tom Carper
American Politician
In my home state of Delaware, we've done our homework and worked hard and, as a result, we've made great strides in cleaning up our own air pollution. Unfortunately, a number of the upwind states to the west of us have not made the same commitment to reducing harmful pollution by investing in cleaner air.
Quote examples
Tom Carper
American Politician
In my home state of Delaware, we've done our homework and worked hard and, as a result, we've made great strides in cleaning up our own air pollution. Unfortunately, a number of the upwind states to the west of us have not made the same commitment to reducing harmful pollution by investing in cleaner air.
Example 1 of 1
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