The wind
Example: The wind blows strongly near the sea
Definition
"The wind" refers to the natural movement of air, especially noticeable outdoors, caused by differences in atmospheric pressure. It often results in a noticeable breeze or stronger gusts, such as when the wind blows strongly near the sea, affecting weather and environment.
Etymology
The phrase "the wind" originates from Old English 'wind', derived from the Proto-Germanic '*windaz', which relates to movement of air. Did you know the word is related to the verb 'to wind,' both stemming from the idea of turning or twisting motions?
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"The wind" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A1) - set 3", containing 104 commonly used words.
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