Windward

n.	1.	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.
a.	1.	Situated toward the point from which the wind blows; as, the Windward Islands.
adv.	1.	Toward the wind; in the direction from which the wind blows.

Noun	1.	windward - the direction from which the wind is coming Antonyms: leeward - the direction in which the wind is blowing
Adj.	1.	windward - on the side exposed to the wind; "the windward islands" Antonyms: leeward - on the side away from the wind; "on the leeward side of the island"
Adv.	1.	windward - away from the wind; "they were sailing windward" Synonyms: downwind Antonyms: leeward, upwind - toward the wind; "they were sailing leeward"

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