noun
- trees that have been uprooted or broken by strong winds
Usage: forestry
Examples
- The storm left numerous windthrows scattered across the forest floor.
- Forest managers must clear windthrows to prevent fire hazards.
- The hiking trail was blocked by several large windthrows.
- After the hurricane, windthrows created gaps in the forest canopy.
- Wildlife often uses windthrows as shelter and nesting sites.
- The logging crew worked to remove windthrows from the access road.