Definition of lee
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: protecting shelter
2
: the side (as of a ship) or area that is sheltered from the wind
lee
adjectiveDefinition of lee (Entry 2 of 2)
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
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The first known use of lee was before the 12th century
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