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leewardly

UK
/ˈliːwədli/
US
/ˈliːwərdli/

Translations

leewardlyadjective
more leewardly
Comp.
most leewardly
Super.
UK
/ˈliːwədli/
US
/ˈliːwərdli/
The leewardly side of the island is sheltered from the wind.
Подветренная сторона острова защищена от ветра.
Synonyms
downwind
sheltered
protected
leewardlyadverb
UK
/ˈliːwədli/
US
/ˈliwɚdli/
The ship sailed leewardly to avoid the storm.
Корабль плыл подветренно, чтобы избежать шторма.
Synonyms
downwind
to leeward
lee-wards
leeward

Definitions

leewardlyadjective
Situated on or facing the side sheltered from the wind.
The leewardly side of the island was calm and protected from the harsh winds.
Tending to move or be positioned away from the wind.
The leewardly sails allowed the boat to glide smoothly across the water.
leewardlyadverb
In a manner that is sheltered from the wind.
The hikers set up their tents leewardly to avoid the harsh gusts.
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