wind speed

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noun

The rate at which air moves past a stationary object or over a specific area, often measured in miles per hour, kilometers per hour, or knots.

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The estimated speed of Mach 0.96 doesn’t account for factors such as air density and wind speed.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 3, 2026

Vertical wind shear refers to changes in wind speed or direction with height.

From Science Daily ● Sep. 20, 2026