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Definition of westbound

westbound

/ˈwɛstˌbaʊnd/
west · bound
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• adjective

1

Traveling, leading, or heading toward the west.

Example

"Heavy construction caused a two-mile backup in the westbound lanes of the highway."

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• adverb

1

In a westerly direction; toward the west.

Example

"The freight train rolled westbound across the open prairie all afternoon."

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• Nearby Words

west sacramento
west seneca
west valley
westbound
westbrook
westbury
westerland

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the 19th century as a compound of 'west' (from Old English 'west') and 'bound' (from Old Norse 'buinn', meaning prepared or ready to go).

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