Meaning
A wind that blows directly against the course of a vehicle, like an aircraft, train, or ship.
Etymology
Origin: Old English
From Middle English *hedwind, from Old English hēafodwind, equivalent to head + wind. Cognate with Old Norse höfuðvindr.
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NYT Puzzle Appearances
Accepted in 2 recorded puzzles, including a pangram: