Windbreak: meaning, definitions and examples
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windbreak
[ ˈwɪndˌbreɪk ]
outdoor protection
A windbreak is a structure or natural barrier that is designed to reduce wind speed and provide shelter from the wind. Typically made from trees, shrubs, or constructed materials, windbreaks can protect crops, livestock, and buildings from harsh weather conditions. They are particularly effective in agricultural settings where wind can impact yield and soil erosion. Windbreaks not only provide physical protection but also enhance the landscape and support biodiversity.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- Farmers often plant trees as windbreaks around their fields.
- The property was surrounded by a tall windbreak of evergreen trees.
- A well-designed windbreak can lower heating costs in the winter.
- Windbreaks can create a more favorable microclimate for delicate plants.
Translations
Translations of the word "windbreak" in other languages:
🇵🇹 barreira de vento
🇮🇳 हवा का अवरोधक
🇩🇪 Windschutz
🇮🇩 pelindung angin
🇺🇦 ветрозащитна споруда
🇵🇱 osłona wiatrowa
🇯🇵 風よけ
🇫🇷 brise-vent
🇪🇸 rompe-vientos
🇹🇷 rüzgar kırıcı
🇰🇷 바람막이
🇸🇦 حاجز الرياح
🇨🇿 větrovka
🇸🇰 vetrolam
🇨🇳 挡风墙
🇸🇮 vetrobranik
🇮🇸 vindskjól
🇰🇿 жел қорғаушы
🇬🇪 ქარის დამცავი
🇦🇿 külək sığınağı
🇲🇽 rompe vientos
Etymology
The term 'windbreak' has its origins in the early 19th century, combining the words 'wind' and 'break', where 'break' denotes something that obstructs or interrupts. The notion of creating barriers to block wind is ancient, linked to mankind’s efforts to cultivate the land and protect homes from the elements. As agricultural practices evolved, the design and implementation of windbreaks became integral to farming strategies, especially in open environments prone to high winds. The understanding of wind patterns and their effects on agriculture led to the use of tree lines and hedges, which were naturally occurring windbreaks. As the significance of these structures became recognized, the term entered common vernacular, reflecting both functional and ecological aspects of landscape management.