Wind Meaning and Definition
Wind
Pronunciation
/waɪnd/
Part of Speech
Noun
Definition
A natural atmospheric phenomenon characterized by the movement of air in the atmosphere, especially any of the natural movements of air that blow from a particular region or direction.
Etymology
The word ‘Wind’ originates from Old English ‘wind’, which is related to Old Norse ‘vinda’ and German ‘Wind’, all of which are thought to be imitative of a whistling or rustling sound.
Usage Notes
Wind can be used to describe both natural and man-made air movements. It is often used in weather reports to describe wind speed, direction, and other conditions.
Cultural References
The classic tale of “The Wind in the Willows” features a character named Mole who has a deep connection with the wind.
Idiomatic Expressions or Phrases
- “Feel the wind in your hair”
- “In the wind”
- “At the wind’s mercy”
Related Words or Phrases
- Air
- Breeze
- Gale
Collocations
- Wind & storm
- Wind & gust
- Wind & blow
Frequency of Use
The word ‘Wind’ is a common noun used in everyday conversation, with a frequency of approximately 1.24% in the English language.
Common Misspellings
- Wend
- Winde
- Wyn