Windshield

Pronunciation: /ˈwɪndˌʃiːld/

Definitions of windshield

noun a panel of glass or other transparent material that protects the occupants of a vehicle from wind and weather

Example Sentences

A1 The windshield of the car was covered in snow.

A2 I had to replace my windshield after it cracked from a rock.

B1 The windshield wipers were not working properly during the heavy rain.

B2 The windshield of the airplane was cleaned before takeoff.

C1 The technician replaced the windshield with a new one to ensure safety.

C2 The bulletproof windshield protected the occupants of the vehicle during the shooting.

Examples of windshield in a Sentence

formal The crack on the windshield of my car needs to be repaired as soon as possible.

informal I can't see properly through my windshield because of all the bugs splattered on it.

slang I almost lost my hat when I stuck my head out of the car window and the windscreen wiper hit me in the face.

figurative Her vision was clear as a windshield, unaffected by the distractions around her.

Grammatical Forms of windshield

• plural: windshields
• comparative: more windshield
• superlative: most windshield
• present tense: windshield
• future tense: will windshield
• perfect tense: have windshieled
• continuous tense: is windshieling
• singular: windshield
• positive degree: windshield
• infinitive: to windshield
• gerund: windshieling
• participle: windshieled

Origin and Evolution of windshield

First Known Use: 1905 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'windshield' originated from the combination of 'wind' and 'shield' to refer to a protective barrier against wind while driving.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe the front window of a vehicle that protects passengers from wind and debris, the term 'windshield' has evolved to encompass all types of vehicle windows that serve a similar purpose.