windscreen
noun
wind·screen
ˈwin(d)-ˌskrēn 
1
: a screen that protects against the wind
2
chiefly British
: windshield
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Park projects include pavilion replacements, windscreens, playground renovations, new lighting, improved walking trails, and improvements to sports fields.
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Megan Vaz, Sun Sentinel, 18 Mar. 2026
But the new vessel separates from the pack with its new windscreen and hardtop design, as well as surfaces that maximize aerodynamics aboard.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 3 Mar. 2026
Clean off all the windows Work your way down the sides of the car, clearing the windscreen and side windows.
—George Petras, USA Today, 30 Jan. 2026
Burlap loosely draped around the entire evergreen serves as a windscreen when strong winter winds are expected.
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 10 Jan. 2026
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Megan Vaz, Sun Sentinel, 18 Mar. 2026
But the new vessel separates from the pack with its new windscreen and hardtop design, as well as surfaces that maximize aerodynamics aboard.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 3 Mar. 2026
Clean off all the windows Work your way down the sides of the car, clearing the windscreen and side windows.
—George Petras, USA Today, 30 Jan. 2026
Burlap loosely draped around the entire evergreen serves as a windscreen when strong winter winds are expected.
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 10 Jan. 2026
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“Windscreen.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/windscreen. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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