windbreak

[ wind-breyk ]

/ ˈwɪndˌbreɪk /

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noun

a growth of trees, a structure of boards, or the like, serving as a shelter from the wind.

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windbaggery, windbill, windblast, windblown, windbound, windbreak, windbreaker, windburn, windcheater, windchest, winded

Origin of windbreak

First recorded in 1765–75; wind¹ + break

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Examples from the Web for windbreak

I believe a windbreak of box-elder or evergreens is beneficial but not essential.
The Apple|Various
Where there was windbreak protection the Compass cherry tree looks healthy and has given a fair crop.
Trees, Fruits and Flowers of Minnesota, 1916|Various
It could, however, be recommended as an integral part of a windbreak, or woodlot where the land owner has an apiary.
Trees of Indiana|Charles Clemon Deam
In localities where the trees have the protection of a windbreak there was a small crop of plums.
Trees, Fruits and Flowers of Minnesota, 1916|Various

While I would not object to a windbreak on the south side, I do not think it necessary.
The Apple|Various

British Dictionary definitions for windbreak

windbreak

/ (ˈwɪndˌbreɪk) /

noun

a fence, line of trees, etc, serving as a protection from the wind by breaking its force

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windbreak

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