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leeward

 

[ ˈliː.wɜːrd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

geographical direction

Leeward describes the side of an object that is sheltered from the wind. It typically refers to the direction that the wind is blowing away from.

Synonyms

downwind, protected

Examples of usage

  • The leeward side of the mountain is much warmer.
  • Sailors always adjust their sails to move in a leeward direction.
  • The house is located on the leeward side of the hill, protecting it from harsh winds.

Translations

Translations of the word "leeward" in other languages:

🇵🇹 a sotavento

🇮🇳 निचले हिस्से का

🇩🇪 abgewandt

🇮🇩 belakang

🇺🇦 підвітряний

🇵🇱 zawietrzny

🇯🇵 風下の

🇫🇷 au vent

🇪🇸 a sotavento

🇹🇷 rüzgarın arkasında

🇰🇷 바람의 뒤쪽

🇸🇦 منخفض الرياح

🇨🇿 závětří

🇸🇰 sotavento

🇨🇳 背风的

🇸🇮 zavetrje

🇮🇸 vindlægt

🇰🇿 желдің арғы жағы

🇬🇪 ქარი უკან

🇦🇿 küləyə qarşı

🇲🇽 a sotavento

Etymology

The term 'leeward' originated in the late 14th century, deriving from the Middle English word 'leeward,' which means 'to the side away from the wind.' It is related to the Old English term 'hlēowe,' meaning 'shelter or protection.' The word is often used in nautical contexts to describe the direction of the wind relative to a vessel. Over the centuries, the usage of 'leeward' has expanded beyond sailing to describe any location that is sheltered from prevailing winds, affecting various aspects of geography, agriculture, and climate.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,845, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.