windward

Short definition from Wiktionary

Adjective

1. 1
   Towards the wind, or the direction from which the wind is blowing.
2. 2
   On the side exposed to the wind.
3. 3
   In a position of advantage or superiority.

Adverb

1. 1
   In a direction from which the wind blows, against or towards the wind.

Noun

1. 1
   The direction from which the wind blows.
2. 2
   The side receiving the wind's force.