Definitions

1. noun

an wind that blows from behind a moving object or vehicle, tending to increase its speed.

“The bike’s speed increased dramatically thanks to the tailwind.”

2. noun

an advantage or favorable circumstance that helps to promote or facilitate something.

“The celebrity’s fame was the tailwind that propelled her new business to success.”

3. noun

the last part of a story or a series of events.

“The final chapter served as the tailwind that wrapped up the entire novel.”

4. verb

to use or exploit a tailwind.

“The sailors learned how to tailwind their way to a faster journey.”