Leeward
Pronunciation: /ˈliːwərd/
Leeward (adj)
- In the direction away from the wind, where air moves after passing over something.
- On the side that is protected from wind, often feeling calmer than the other side.
Leeward (adjective)
Examples
- The boat moved leeward after the wind shifted.
- The smoke drifted leeward across the field.