For Wind we have terms and definitions in 8 topics. The topics are Canine, Climatology, Dream, Energy, Kiteboard, Physical Geography, Slot Car Drag Racing and Weather.

Wind (Canine)

To catch the scent of game.

Wind (Climatology)

1. A natural movement of air at a velocity relative to the surface of the earth
2. Chill Factor - a still-air temperature that would have the same cooling effect on exposed human flesh as a given combination of temperature and wind speed

Wind (Dream)

To dream of the wind blowing softly and sadly upon you, signifies that great fortune will come to you through bereavement.
If you hear the wind soughing, denotes that you will wander in estrangement from one whose life is empty without you.
To walk briskly against a brisk wind, foretells that you will courageously resist temptation and pursue fortune with a determination not easily put aside. For the wind to blow you along against your wishes, portends failure in business undertakings and disappointments in love. If the wind blows you in the direction you wish to go you will find unexpected and helpful allies, or that you have natural advantages over a rival or competitor.

Wind (Energy)

The term given to any natural movement of air in the atmosphere. A renewable source of energy used to turn turbines to generate electricity.

Wind (Kiteboard)

Air in motion moving around you. A kite surfer needs typically 8-10 kts of wind to kite surf.

Wind (Physical Geography)

Air moving horizontally and/or vertically.

Wind (Slot Car Drag Racing)

Commonly, term used to describe an armature by the number and gauge of wire "winds" it has

Wind (Weather)

Air that flows in relation to the earth's surface, generally horizontally. There are four areas of wind that are measured: direction, speed, character (gusts and squalls), and shifts. Surface winds are measured by wind vanes and anemometers, while upper level winds are detected through pilot balloons, rawin, or aircraft reports.

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