Meaning Of The Word Tailwind

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What's The Definition Of Tailwind?

tailwind
countable noun: A tailwind is a wind that is blowing from behind an aeroplane, boat, or other vehicle, making it move faster.

tailwind in American English
noun: a wind coming from directly behind a moving object, esp. an aircraft or other vehicle (opposed to headwind)

tailwind in British English
noun: a wind blowing in the same direction as the course of an aircraft or ship

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