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Meaning of WINDAGE

Pronunciation:  'windij

WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
  1. [n]  the deflection of a projectile resulting from the effects of wind
  2. [n]  exposure to the wind (as the exposed part of a vessel's hull which is responsible for wind resistance)
  3. [n]  bore-to-projectile difference in diameter
  4. [n]  the retarding force of air friction on a moving object
 
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 Synonyms: wind deflection, wind exposure
 
 See Also: bending, deflection, deflexion, diam, diameter, drag, exposure, retarding force

 

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
\Wind"age\, n. [From {Wind} air in motion.]
1. (Gun.) The difference between the diameter of the bore of
   a gun and that of the shot fired from it.
2. The sudden compression of the air caused by a projectile
   in passing close to another body.
 
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