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leeward
UK
/ˈliːwəd/
US
/ˈliːwɚd/
leewards
pl
Translations
The sailors sought shelter on the leeward side of the island.
Моряки искали укрытие на подветренной стороне острова.
Definitions
The sailors moved to the leeward side of the ship to avoid the strong gusts.
more leeward
Comp.
most leeward
Super.
UK
/ˈliːwəd/
US
/ˈliːwɚd/
Translations
The leeward side of the island is usually drier.
Подветренная сторона острова обычно более сухая.
Definitions
The leeward side of the island is much calmer and more protected from the harsh ocean winds.
Antonyms
UK
/ˈliːwəd, ˈluː.əd/
US
/ˈliwɚd/
Translations
The sailors adjusted the sails to move leeward.
Моряки настроили паруса, чтобы двигаться подветренно.
Definitions
The sailors adjusted the sails to move leeward, taking advantage of the wind's direction.
Used chiefly in the fixed phrase "leeward of" meaning “on or toward the lee side of (something).”
Definitions
The yacht stayed leeward of the island to find calmer waters.