also: かぜまち
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru'
waiting for a favorable wind
Often used in nautical contexts, referring to ships waiting for the right wind conditions before setting sail. Can also be used metaphorically for waiting for the right opportunity.
船は港で風待ちをしている。
The ship is waiting for a favorable wind in the harbor.
彼は風待ちの状態で、なかなか行動
He is in a state of waiting for the right opportunity and can't seem to take action.