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leeward

adjective
/ˈliːwərd/

Meaning

On or toward the sheltered side away from the wind.

Example Sentences

They built their camp on the leeward side of the hill.

Synonyms

downwind, sheltered, protected

Antonyms

windward, exposed

Collocations

leeward side, leeward coast, leeward slope

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