Wind"ward , adv. Toward the wind; in the direction from which the wind blows.
Wind"ward , a.
Situated toward the point from which the wind blows; as, the Windward
Islands.
Wind"ward (?), n.
The point or side from
which the wind blows; as, to ply to the windward; -- opposed
to leeward.
To lay an anchor to
the windward, a figurative expression, signifying to adopt precautionary or anticipatory measures for success or security.
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