Definition

A glass panel at the front of a vehicle that protects passengers from wind and weather while driving.

Example

The driver cleaned the windscreen before starting the journey.

Conversation

Did you see the crack in my windscreen?

Yeah, I noticed it the other day. What happened?

I think a stone hit it while I was driving on the highway.

Ouch! You should get it fixed before it spreads.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Windscreen → It is formed from "wind" (from Old English "wind", meaning air in motion) and "screen" (from Old French "escren", meaning a protective barrier). The word "windscreen" refers to a protective barrier against the wind, typically found in vehicles.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'screen' that protects you from the 'wind' while driving — that's what a windscreen does.

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