Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
trade-wind
Noun
/ˈtreɪd ˌwɪnd/
Definition
A steady wind that blows from the subtropical high-pressure areas toward the equatorial low-pressure zone.
Examples
- The trade-winds significantly influence the climate in tropical regions.
- Many sailing ships relied on the trade-winds to navigate the oceans.
- The consistent trade-winds help in the formation of tropical storms.
Meaning
Trade-winds are winds that blow consistently in a particular direction in tropical regions, typically from east to west.
Synonyms
- Prevailing winds
- Trade winds
