close to the wind

ریشه

The word 'close' comes from the Old French word 'clos' meaning 'enclosed' or 'confined'. 'To' indicates direction or movement towards something. 'The wind' refers to the natural movement of air.

مثال

• The sailboat was sailing close to the wind to maximize its speed.
• The captain skillfully navigated close to the wind to reach the harbor.
• Sailing close to the wind requires precise control of the sails.