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1leeward
noun lee·ward \ˈlē-wərd, especially nautical ˈlü-ərd\
: the side that is sheltered from the wind : the lee side
Full Definition of LEEWARD
: the lee side
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First Known Use of LEEWARD
1549
Rhymes with LEEWARD
2leeward
adjective
: located on the side that is sheltered from the wind
Full Definition of LEEWARD
: being in or facing the direction toward which the wind is blowing; also : being the side opposite the windward
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First Known Use of LEEWARD
1630
LEEWARD Defined for Kids
1leeward
noun lee·ward \ˈlē-wərd\
Definition of LEEWARD for Kids
: the side that is sheltered from the wind <Sail to the leeward of the buoy.>
2leeward
adjective
Definition of LEEWARD for Kids
: located on the side that is sheltered from the wind <the leeward side of the house>
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