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windbreak

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wind·break  (wndbrk)
n.
A hedge, fence, or row of trees serving to lessen or break the force of the wind.
windbreak
Noun
a fence or a line of trees that gives protection from the wind by breaking its force
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.windbreak - hedge or fence of trees designed to lessen the force of the wind and reduce erosion
shelterbelt
hedge, hedgerow - a fence formed by a row of closely planted shrubs or bushes
Translations
windbreak [ˈwɪndbreɪk] n → barrera contra el viento
windbreak [ˈwɪndbreɪk] n → brise-vent m inv
windbreak [ˈwɪndbreɪk] wind1 n → Windschutz m
windbreak [ˈwɪndbreɪk] n → frangivento


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