leeward

/ˈl(j)uːəd/ · adjective

Meaning

On the side sheltered from the wind; in that direction.
Away from the direction from which the wind is blowing; downwind.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

downwind(English)upwind(English)lee(English)lee side(English)windward(English)shoreward(English)windwise(English)westward(English)carib(English)antigua(English)montserrat(English)anguilla(English)

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Sources

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