Tail Wind

Pronunciation: /teɪl wɪnd/

Definitions of tail wind

noun a wind blowing in the same direction as the motion of the object it affects

Example Sentences

A1 The airplane flew faster with the help of a tail wind.

A2 Cycling with a tail wind is much easier than cycling against it.

B1 Sailors use a tail wind to their advantage to move faster on the water.

B2 The runners were grateful for the tail wind pushing them towards the finish line.

C1 The yacht race was won by the team that strategically used the tail wind to their advantage.

C2 Pilots know how to navigate and adjust their speed to make the most of a tail wind during flights.

Examples of tail wind in a Sentence

formal The airplane was able to reach its destination faster thanks to the strong tail wind.

informal We should have a smooth flight with the tail wind pushing us along.

slang With this tail wind, we'll be cruising in no time!

figurative Having luck on your side is like having a tail wind in life, propelling you forward effortlessly.

Grammatical Forms of tail wind

• plural: tail winds
• comparative: more tail wind
• superlative: most tail wind
• present tense: tail wind
• future tense: will tail wind
• perfect tense: have tail wind
• continuous tense: is tail winding
• singular: tail wind
• positive degree: tail wind
• infinitive: to tail wind
• gerund: tail winding
• participle: tail winded

Origin and Evolution of tail wind

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The term 'tail wind' originated from the nautical world, where it referred to winds blowing in the same direction as the course of a ship, aiding its progress.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the term 'tail wind' has expanded beyond its nautical origins to be used in various contexts, such as aviation and sports, to describe winds that are favorable and help propel an object forward.