Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
leewardly
adverb
/ˈliː.wɜːrd.li/
Definition
In a direction away from the wind; towards the lee side.
Examples
- The sails were adjusted leewardly to catch the best breeze.
- They built their campsite leewardly to avoid the strong winds coming down the mountain.
Meaning
The term describes the side or direction that is sheltered from the wind. In nautical contexts, it refers to the side of a ship that is away from the wind.
Synonyms
- downwind
- leeward
- sheltered
