lee


2lee

adj

Definition of LEE

1
: of, relating to, or being the side sheltered from the wind — compare weather
2
: facing in the direction of motion of an overriding glacier —used especially of a hillside

First Known Use of LEE

15th century

Other Nautical Terms

avast, aweigh, flotsam, jib, keel, port, starboard, stay

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