Crosswind
(noun)
- A wind that blows across the path of a moving object, such as an aircraft, car or ship, making it difficult to maintain a steady course.
- A wind blowing across the path of a moving object, perpendicular to its direction of motion.
Origin:
Crosswind is formed by the combination of the word "cross" and "wind", means wind blowing across the path of a moving object, such as an aircraft, car or ship.
Examples:
- The pilot had to fight the strong crosswind during landing.
- The crosswind made it difficult for the car to stay on the road.
- The ship had to adjust its course due to the crosswind.
- The cyclist had to fight the crosswind to maintain speed.
- The crosswind caused the balloon to drift off course.