Definition

A delightfully obscure insult for someone lacking basic common sense or intelligence. It suggests the person is so clueless they might as well be standing downwind of a nuclear test site. This regional gem is perfect for when 'idiot' feels too mainstream.

Example Usage

That downwinder brought a surfboard to a ski resort and wondered why people were laughing.

Source: Urban Dictionary (https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=downwinder&defid=10425)

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