词汇 | to windward of |
释义 | to windward of (something)obsolete To or into a more advantageous position in respect of something or some situation. An allusion to sailing (in which it is still used literally), in which it is most advantageous to be on or toward the side from which the wind is blowing. The company's many lawyers have ensured that it remains to windward of the new tax laws. to windward ofin an advantageous position in relation to. dated |
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