noun

1. Real or perceived movement of atmospheric air usually caused by convection or differences in air pressure.

   “As they accelerated onto the motorway, the wind tore the plywood off the car's roof-rack.”

2. Air artificially put in motion by any force or action.

   “the wind of a cannon ball;  the wind of a bellows”

3. The ability to breathe easily.

   “After the second lap he was already out of wind.”

Synonyms: gas, breeze, draft, gale

verb

1. To blow air through a wind instrument or horn to make a sound.

2. To cause (someone) to become breathless, as by a blow to the abdomen, or by physical exertion, running, etc.

   “The boxer was winded during round two.”

3. To cause a baby to bring up wind by patting its back after being fed.