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windward

/ˈwɪndwərd/
noun
  1. The side or direction from which the wind is blowing.
    • We moved to the windward of the fire to stay warm.
    • The windward of the mountain is lush and green.
    • Sailors always keep an eye on the windward.
Antonyms
leeward
adjective
  1. Facing the direction from which the wind is blowing.
    • The windward windows were covered with salt spray.
    • They anchored the boat on the windward shore for shelter.
    • The windward side of the island gets much more rain.
Synonyms
upwind
Antonyms
leeward
adverb
  1. Toward the direction from which the wind is blowing.
    • We turned windward to catch the breeze.
    • The ship sailed windward to avoid the rocks.
    • The birds flew windward, riding the gusts.
Synonyms
upwind
Antonyms
leeward