leeward

Meanings

• noun

  The side of a windward object that is sheltered from the wind.

  - "The leeward side of the boat was calm and peaceful."
  - "The leeward side of the mountain received less rainfall than the windward side."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈl(j)uːəd/
   
   
   
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Antonyms

windward , windward

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Synonyms

downwind

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Variants

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leeward , leewards , Iles sous le Vent , Leeward Islands

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Etymology

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From Old English hlēow, meaning 'sheltered, protected'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'leeward' is derived from the Old English word 'hlēow', which means 'sheltered'.

2. In sailing, the leeward mark is the turning mark for a sailing course that is downwind.

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Related Concepts

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1. windward: The opposite side of an object that is exposed to the wind.

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Culture

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In maritime culture, the term 'leeward' is commonly used to describe the side of a ship or boat that is sheltered from the wind. In literature, 'leeward' has been used metaphorically to describe a place or situation that is peaceful and sheltered.

How to Memorize "leeward"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a boat or ship with one side sheltered from the wind. This is the leeward side.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'leeward' with the idea of being sheltered and protected from the wind.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'L' is for Leeward, which stands for 'L'eft is Leeward' to remember the meaning of the word.

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