wind swell (B2)
noun phrase
Pronunciation: /ˈwɪnd swɛl/
Definition
A series of ocean waves that have been generated by wind and have not yet dissipated, often affecting the surface conditions of the sea.
Examples
The wind swell from the hurricane was still causing high waves along the coast a day after it passed.
Surfers love to ride the wind swell because it creates consistent and predictable waves.
How to Use wind swell
- ride the wind swell (idiom)
- to surf on the waves generated by the wind — "The surfers loved to ride the wind swell and perform tricks on their boards."
- wind swell forecast (noun phrase)
- a prediction of the wind swell conditions for a specific area — "The surfers checked the wind swell forecast to plan their next surfing trip."
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