(meteorology) The component of a wind along a particular meridian

(meteorology) The component of a wind along a particular parallel of latitude

(meteorology) A measure of how cold the atmosphere feels, taking not just actual temperature into account, but also wind, which can make the air feel considerably colder at the same air temperature.

(physics) Power of the wind. / Such power harnessed as a power source, especially as applied to a category of electrical generation.

A defect of respiration in a horse, not associated with noise in breathing or with the signs of emphysema.

(figuratively, vulgar) To waste time on a pointless or fruitless task; do something that is ineffective or counterproductive.

A katabatic wind.

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see close to, the, wind. / (nautical) In a direction almost opposite to that from which the wind is blowing

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see close to, the, wind. / Near a limit of feasibility or compliance with law or morality.

A wind blowing from the south.