headwind

American  

[hed-wind] / ˈhɛdˌwɪnd /

noun

1. a wind opposed to the course of a moving object, especially an aircraft or other vehicle (tailwind ).

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headwind British  

/ ˈhɛdˌwɪnd /

noun

1. a wind blowing directly against the course of an aircraft or ship Compare tailwind

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headwind Scientific  

/ hĕd′wĭnd′ /

1. A wind blowing directly against the course of a moving object, especially an aircraft or ship.

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Etymology

Origin of headwind

First recorded in 1780–90; (a)head + wind ¹

Example Sentences

Dell Technologies stock was surging Friday after earnings, as the company’s ability to push through headwinds keeps investors excited.

From Barron's

That includes professional-services earnings headwinds and increasing exposure to construction work that typically attracts a lower multiple than engineering, Kirby-Lewis says.

From The Wall Street Journal

Tough competition and economic pressure remain as potential headwinds, alongside geopolitical concerns, he adds.

From The Wall Street Journal

"Despite a challenging year marked with tariffs volatility, supply chain disruption and persistent macroeconomic headwinds across several markets, the global smartphone market demonstrated remarkable resilience," IDC research director Nabila Popal said.

From Barron's

Policymakers say the nation’s corporate sector remains resilient despite the headwinds posed by U.S. trade policy, but Friday’s data showed factory activity is expected to weaken again in the coming months.

From The Wall Street Journal