Wind pressure

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-010255",
  "term": "Wind pressure",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "The force per unit area exerted by moving air perpendicular to a surface. This pressure is positive on the windward side of an object and negative (suction) on the leeward side. It is a key parameter in structural engineering and is measured in units such as Pascals or pounds per square foot.",
  "synonyms": [
    "velocity pressure"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/wind-pressure/"
}