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wind sock

/ˈwɪnd ˌsɒk/

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/ˈwɪnd ˌsɒk/B1formaltechnical
  • ruКоническая текстильная труба, открытая с обоих концов, установленная на мачте для указания направления и относительной скорости ветра, обычно используемая в аэропортах и на вертодромах.

A conical textile tube, open at both ends, mounted on a mast to show the direction and relative speed of the wind, commonly used at airports and heliports.

  1. Wind direction indicatorB1formal

    A conical textile tube used at airports and other locations to show wind direction and relative speed.

    ruУказатель направления ветра

    • The pilot checked the windsock before landing.
    • The windsock was fully extended, indicating strong winds.
    • A windsock is a simple but effective tool for pilots.