Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

leeward

adjective

/ˈluːwərd/

Definition

The side or direction away from the wind.

Examples

After the storm passed, we moved to the leeward side of the island to escape the strong winds.
The leeward slope of the mountain was more sheltered and had a more temperate climate.

Meaning

In meteorological terms, ‘leeward’ refers to the direction that is sheltered from the wind, often indicating the downwind side of an object or landscape.