Driving

Windshield

ˈwɪndʃiːld

noun

What does Windshield mean?

The front glass of a car.

Example sentence

"A rock cracked my windshield."

American usage tip

'Windscreen' is British; insurance often covers repair free.

Related Driving words

Hood
The front cover over the engine.
Trunk
The rear storage space of a car.
Gas station
Where you buy fuel.
Permit
A learner's license before the full one.
Tailgating
Driving too close behind another car.
Jaywalking
Crossing the street illegally outside crosswalks.
Gridlock
Traffic so heavy nothing moves.
Driver's license
The official permit to drive; also main US ID.

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