Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Prevailing Wind.
Prevailing Wind - as a noun
The predominant wind direction
Example: "The prevailing wind is from the southwest"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
air currentcurrent of airwindHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The prevailing wind in this region is from the northwest."
"We could feel the cool breeze of the prevailing wind as we hiked up the hill."
"The sailors took advantage of the prevailing wind to speed up their journey."
"Farmers plant their crops according to the direction of the prevailing wind."
"The prevailing wind brought a scent of sea salt to the shore."