Definition of windy

The word "windy" has its roots in Old English and Germanic languages. In Old English, the word "windy" was spelled "winde" and meant "turning" or "moving in a circular motion". This sense of movement is closely tied to the concept of air moving through a medium, such as wind blowing through trees or across the surface of water. The word evolved over time, taking on new meanings and connotations. In Middle English (circa 1100-1500), "windy" could describe something that was "blustery" or "stormy", often in reference to weather conditions. In Modern English, the word "windy" typically describes someone who talks excessively or prattles on, perhaps due to the idea that their words are blowing away like leaves in the wind.