Vocabulary Entry

windage

|noun • verb

noun

The distance between the point of aim and the point of impact, especially in shooting or sailing.

Example Sentences

"The shooter adjusted the windage to account for the gusty conditions."

"Proper windage is crucial for hitting the target accurately."

"Sailors must consider windage when navigating through strong winds."

verb

Example Sentences

"He windaged the rifle to improve his shot accuracy."

"The captain windaged the sails to maintain their speed."

"As the wind changed direction, they needed to windage their approach."