Meaning & use
light winds
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UK/ˈlaɪt wɪndz/
US/ˈlaɪt wɪndz/
“light winds” is a form of “light wind”. See that entry for the full set of meanings.
Meaning
nounplural
Gentle winds that are not strong.
Grammar: Plural: use with plural verbs, e.g. 'Light winds are expected.' For one, say 'a light wind'.
Patterns
- light winds
- light winds from the south
The forecast says light winds and mild temperatures tomorrow.
Sailing is pleasant in light winds, but you need patience.
Light winds blew the leaves gently across the yard.
Word forms
| singular | light wind |
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Common combinations
- light winds and sunshine
- The weekend will bring light winds and sunshine.
- light winds from the west
- Light winds from the west kept the balloons aloft.
- only light winds
- There were only light winds, so the sea was calm.
Synonyms and how they differ
- breeze
- A breeze is a light wind; 'light winds' is a more general weather term and often used in forecasts.
- gentle winds
- This is very similar, but 'gentle' emphasizes softness, while 'light' emphasizes low strength.
Opposites
strong windsgales
Word family
Practice
The weather report mentioned ______ winds, so it was a good day for a picnic.
Choose one answer.
Light winds are gentle and pleasant. 'Heavy' and 'strong' describe powerful winds, and 'hard' is not used with winds in this way.
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