Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lee
noun
/liː/
Definition
The side of something that is sheltered from the wind.
Examples
- We set up our tents in the lee of the mountain to avoid the strong winds.
- The harbor provides a lee for boats during storms.
Meaning
In a geographical sense, ‘lee’ refers to the side of an object, especially a hill or boat, that is protected from the wind, providing a calm or sheltered area.
Synonyms
- Shadow
- Shelter
- Protection
