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leeward

adjective

/ˈliːwərd/

Meaning

On or toward the sheltered side away from the wind.

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

downwind, sheltered, protected

windward, exposed

leeward side, leeward coast, leeward slope

Excessively preoccupied with oneself and one’s own thoughts, feelings, or interests.

arranged for the present; temporary; subject to later confirmation

Confused or clouded in mind; made unclear like being surrounded by fog.

extremely large in size, amount, or extent; immense

showing selfless concern for the well-being of others; unselfish

excessively fond of or submissive to one's wife