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Definition of tailwind

tailwind

/ˈteɪl.wɪnd/
tail · wind
Plural:tailwinds
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tailwind Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A wind blowing from directly behind a moving vehicle, aircraft, or runner, helping to increase its forward speed.

Example

"A strong tailwind over the Atlantic allowed the commercial flight to arrive in London thirty minutes ahead of schedule."

2

A favorable condition, trend, or influence that helps propel progress, growth, or success, especially in business or economics.

Example

"Lower interest rates and rising consumer confidence provided a welcome tailwind for the housing market this quarter."

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• Nearby Words

tailpipe
tails
tailspin
tailwind
taimen
tainan
taint

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the early 20th century with the rise of aviation as a compound of "tail" (referring to the rear of an aircraft or vessel) and "wind."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Tailwind. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/tailwind
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