Aeronautical Terms

2 words in this vocabulary list

leeward windshield

leeward

noun the side that is sheltered from the wind

adjective located on or facing the side sheltered from the wind

  • The ship sailed smoothly on the leeward side of the island.
  • We should anchor the boat on the leeward side to avoid rough waves.
  • Let's chill out on the leeward side of the beach.
  • She always stands by me like a leeward in a storm.

windshield

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

  • The crack on the windshield of my car needs to be repaired as soon as possible.
  • I can't see properly through my windshield because of all the bugs splattered on it.
  • I almost lost my hat when I stuck my head out of the car window and the windscreen wiper hit me in the face.
  • Her vision was clear as a windshield, unaffected by the distractions around her.