Synonyms for
Windshield
Definition
A windscreen or windshield is the front window of a car, truck, or other motor vehicle.
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Formal
Informal
Common collocations
- clean the windshield
- replace the windshield
- windshield wiper
- cracked windshield
- shattered windshield
- windshield fluid
- windshield repair
Word family
noun windshield
Usage note
Primarily used in American English. The British English equivalent is 'windscreen'.
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Example sentences
- I could barely see through the windshield because of the rain.
- The windshield cracked when a rock hit it.
- The windshield wipers were not working properly.
- The windshield was foggy on a cold winter morning.
- She had to replace the windshield of her car.
Quotes
The windshield was so clean that it looked like there was no glass there at all. - Unknown
The windshield of opportunity is always open, but sometimes you need to clear the bugs off first. - Unknown
I just want to drive until I find a place where the windshield is bigger than the rearview mirror. - Unknown