Wind Waves

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-003096",
  "term": "Wind Waves",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "Local, short period waves generated from the action of wind on the water surface (as opposed to swell). Commonly referred to as waves. In a National Weather Service Coastal Marine Forecast or Offshore Forecast, wind waves are used when swells are described in the forecast.\nor\nWaves generated by the local wind blowing at the time of observation.",
  "references": [
    "NWS Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/wind-waves/"
}