Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

windbreak

Word Rarity Very rare

Frequency: 1.86 in modern English

Syllables
wind-break
IPA
19
Scrabble Score
9
Letters
2
Syllables
9
Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

A sheet or stack of material used to protect people or fire from wind.

noun

The act of breaking wind; flatulence.

Example Sentences

Etymology

From wind + break.

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Questions

What does windbreak mean?
A hedge, fence or row of trees positioned to reduce wind damage to crops.
Where does windbreak come from?
From wind + break.

How to pronounce windbreak

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