1. in the direction that the wind is blowing

1. situated in or moving toward the direction that the wind is blowing

Examples

• The smoke drifted downwind from the campfire.
• We positioned ourselves downwind so the deer wouldn’t catch our scent.
• The downwind side of the mountain receives less snow.
• The pilot adjusted course to stay downwind of the storm.
• Birds often glide downwind to conserve energy.
• The downwind turbine generated less power due to reduced wind speed.