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leeward

/ˈliwərd/ /ˈliːwəd/
adjective
GeneralMaritimeNautical
  1. 1 rüzgâraltı

Definition (English)

On the side that is sheltered from the wind.

Example Sentences

  1. We anchored in the leeward bay overnight.
    Geceyi geçirmek için rüzgâraltındaki koyda demirledik.
  2. The leeward shore offered protection from the strong winds.
    Rüzgâraltı kıyı, sert rüzgârlardan korunma sağladı.

Synonyms

downwindlee

Antonyms

windwardupwind

Collocations

leeward sideleeward slopeleeward directionleeward coast

Related Words

windweatherdirectionsailingcoaststorm