Windages Meaning

There are 4 meaning(s) for word Windages

Meaning 1 : the deflection of a projectile resulting from the effects of wind

    Synonyms : wind deflection
Meaning 2 : exposure to the wind (as the exposed part of a vessel's hull which is responsible for wind resistance)

    Synonyms : wind exposure
Meaning 3 : the retarding force of air friction on a moving object

Meaning 4 : the space between the projectile of a smoothbore gun and the surface of the bore of the gun