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crosswind
This term is primarily used in technical contexts related to aviation, maritime navigation, and automotive safety. It describes a specific vector of wind that acts perpendicularly to the path of motion, creating a lateral force that pushes the vehicle off course. This differs from a headwind or tailwind, which act along the axis of travel.
In practical usage, the word often carries a connotation of instability or danger, as it requires the operator to apply corrective steering or "crab" into the wind to maintain a straight track. It is most frequently encountered in weather reports for pilots or in driving manuals regarding high-profile vehicles.
Meanings
Examples
The pilot struggled to keep the plane centered on the runway due to a strong crosswind.
Watch out for the crosswind as you merge onto the highway.
A sudden crosswind pushed the small boat off its intended course.
I can barely keep the bike straight in this crosswind.
The aircraft made a crabbed approach to compensate for the crosswind.
We need to check the crosswind component before attempting the landing.
The truck swayed dangerously when hit by a powerful crosswind on the bridge.
Is there a significant crosswind at the airport right now?