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Meaning of
leeward
in English
leeward
us
//ˈluːwərd//
uk
//ˈluːwɜːd//
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Definitions
Adverb
away
from
the
wind
direction
;
downwind
The
sailors
sailed
leeward
to
avoid
the
strong
gusts
.
Adjective
sheltered
from
the
wind
;
on
that
side
The
leeward
side
of
the
island
was
a
perfect
spot
for
a
picnic
.