WINDSHIELD


Meaning of WINDSHIELD in English

ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ noun

1. : a shield that protects against the wind: as

a.

(1) : a transparent screen (as of glass) that protects the occupants of a vehicle from the wind ; especially : a transparent glass screen that forms the upper front of the passenger compartment of an automobile

(2) : a metal screen to prevent the wind from blowing on a flame

b. : a tight cuff inside the sleeve of a coat or jacket to keep the wind out

2. : a cap of light metal placed over the head of a projectile to streamline it

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