windshield — the front window of a vehicle, especially a car
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the front window of a vehicle, especially a car
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈwɪndʃiːld/
Example Sentences
- A bird flew into our windshield and left a perfect outline like in cartoons.
- I always forget to clean my windshield until I can't see anything.
- The mechanic said we need to replace the cracked windshield immediately.
windshield
NOUN[/ˈwɪndʃiːld/]
the front window of a vehicle, especially a car
The windshield blocks the heavy rain as she drives through the storm.
Use the windshield as your shield and wield your blade!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
A compound word created in the early 20th century with the invention of the automobile. The term emerged when early open-air vehicles required glass panels to protect drivers from wind exposure during travel.
Breakdown
wind (moving air) + shield (protective barrier) = a protective barrier against wind
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“A bird flew into our windshield and left a perfect outline like in cartoons.”
“I always forget to clean my windshield until I can't see anything.”
“The mechanic said we need to replace the cracked windshield immediately.”
“My windshield turned into a bug cemetery after the highway trip.”
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