Found 2 items, similar to windward.
English → English (WordNet) Definition: windward windward adj : on the side exposed to the wind; “the windward islands” [ant: leeward] windward n : the direction from which the wind is coming [ant: leeward] windward adv : away from the wind; “they were sailing windward” [syn: downwind] [ant: leeward, leeward]
English → English (gcide) Definition: Windward Windward \Wind"ward\, n. The point or side from which the wind blows; as, to ply to the windward; -- opposed to leeward. [1913 Webster] To lay an anchor to the windward, a figurative expression, signifying to adopt precautionary or anticipatory measures for success or security. [1913 Webster] Windward \Wind"ward\, a. Situated toward the point from which the wind blows; as, the Windward Islands. [1913 Webster] Windward \Wind"ward\, adv. Toward the wind; in the direction from which the wind blows. [1913 Webster]