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windage [′win·dij] (mechanics) The deflection of a bullet or other projectile due to wind. The correction made for such deflection. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The piece once cast, it must be bored with great precision, so as to preclude any possible windage. Despite the fact that by his manoeuvre the Arangi had been hove to, he knew that windage and sea-driftage would quickly send her away from the swimming puppy. "Seven yards windage, Hal," said one, whose hair was streaked with gray. |
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