leeward
lee
ˈli
li
ward
wɜrd
vērd
British pronunciation
/lˈiːwəd/

Definition & Meaning of "leeward"in English

Leeward
01

the side of something that is sheltered from the wind

02

the direction in which the wind is blowing

leeward
01

on the side away from the wind

leeward
01

in a direction or position away from the wind

example
Examples
The sailboat is currently drifting leeward due to the calm winds.
The ship drifted leeward after the storm passed, carrying it away from its intended course.
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