Pronunciations (2)
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/ˈteɪlwɪnd/
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ˈteɪlwɪnd
Noun
A wind that blows in the same direction as the course taken by an aircraft, sailing ship, bird, etc.; a following wind.
- Synonyms
A force that accelerates progress.
Usage- broadly
- Figurative
Verb
Of a wind, to blow on a windmill or wind turbine in such a way that wind pressure is exerted on the wrong side of the sail or turbine assembly.
Noun
wind blowing in the same direction as the path of a ship or aircraft
- Broader terms