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DOWNWIND

(adverb, adj.sat)
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There are 3 meanings of the word Downwind.

Downwind - as an adverb

With the wind; in the direction the wind is blowing

Example: "They flew downwind"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
upwind12

Toward the wind

Example: "They were sailing windward"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
windward16
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
upwind12

Downwind - as an adjective satellite

Towards the side away from the wind

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lee3

Example Sentences

"The downwind boat in the race had an unfair advantage."
"I love the smell of the downwind barbecue."
"The downwind side of the building is more exposed to the elements."
"The downwind area is usually less polluted."
"The downwind turbine produces more power than the upwind one."
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Word Game Points

Is DOWNWIND a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, downwind is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DOWNWIND has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is DOWNWIND a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, downwind is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DOWNWIND has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is DOWNWIND a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, downwind is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DOWNWIND has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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