windsock

[US]/[ˈwɪn.sɒk]/
[UK]/[ˈwɪn.sɒk]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a conical fabric tube used to indicate wind direction and speed; a device used to measure wind speed and direction, typically at an airport.

Phrases & Collocations

windsock spins

check the windsock

damaged windsock

new windsock

windsock flapping

airport windsock

windsock indicates

bright windsock

windsock blowing

repair windsock

Example Sentences

the airport uses a bright orange windsock to indicate wind direction.

we watched the windsock flapping wildly in the strong wind.

pilots rely on the windsock for accurate wind readings before takeoff.

a new windsock was installed on the helipad last week.

the windsock's movement showed a consistent southwesterly wind.

he carefully observed the windsock to assess the wind conditions.

the old windsock was torn and needed to be replaced.

the windsock provides a simple and effective visual indicator.

we checked the windsock before launching the model airplane.

the bright red windsock stood out against the gray sky.

the maintenance crew regularly inspects the windsock for damage.

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