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What does windage mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word windage? Here's what it means.

Noun
  1. (automotive) Drag on the crankshaft caused by oil splashing out of the sump when rotating at high speeds.
  2. (ballistics) The difference in diameter between the bore of a firearm and the shot.
  3. (ballistics) Horizontal adjustment of the sight of a firearm or bow.
  4. (medicine) A contusion caused by a projectile that does not enter the skin, due to either compressed air or a glancing blow
  5. (chiefly nautical) Exposure to the wind.
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Roller-furling headsails should be removed from the foils not only do they create windage but the chance of their unrolling is great.
Efficiency is the result of many factors, including airflow, combustion, and parasitic losses such as friction and windage.
Stripping extra windage is especially important when hauled out and unable to ride with the wind.
The backside is undercut and serrated to prevent glare and is dovetailed into the slide with a set-screw for windage adjustments.
The rear sight is a simple peep sight that is screw adjustable for both elevation and windage.
With that established you can determine bullet drop, windage correction, and your leads for moving targets with relative ease.

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