wind

Words that start with 'wind' — often related to wind or use 'wind' as a base.

windmill
a building with sails or blades that turn in the wind to generate power

The old windmill on the hill now generates electricity.

windstorm
a storm marked by strong, damaging winds

The sudden windstorm knocked down several trees.

windward
on or toward the side from which the wind is blowing

They anchored the boat on the windward side.

tailwind
a wind blowing in the same direction as travel, aiding speed

The plane made good time thanks to a strong tailwind.

headwind
a wind blowing opposite to the direction of travel, slowing progress

Cyclists struggled against a fierce headwind.

crosswind
a wind blowing across the direction of travel

Pilots must correct for crosswinds during landing.

downwind
in the direction toward which the wind is blowing

They moved downwind to avoid the smoke.

windpipe
the trachea, the tube conducting air to and from the lungs

He felt something brush his windpipe and started coughing.

windproof
designed to resist wind penetration; not affected by wind

She zipped up her windproof jacket against the gale.

rewind
to wind back to a previous position; to wind again

Please rewind the tape before returning it to the store.