LEES Synonyms: 23 Similar and Opposite Words

lees

noun

Definition of lees

plural of lee

as in sides

the part or half of something that is sheltered from the wind the lee of the ship on the lee side of the mountain

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Recent Examples of lees Until bottling in June, the wine stays in stainless steel tanks, partly on its lees (the dead yeast) with some lees stirring (batonnage) to get a good mouthfeel. — Forbes.com, 20 June 2026 Fermented and aged on the lees in French oak barrels, Georgia offers a tantalizing bouquet of white peach, mandarin orange, and jasmine with a subtle crème brûlée note. — Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 17 June 2026 These days, his legacy permeates the vibes here, encouraging locals and visitors to savor Sifnos’s flavors, from revithia (chickpea stew cooked overnight in a traditional clay pot) to manoura, a local cheese aged in wine lees. — Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 23 Mar. 2026 The tasting flight includes a sake-lees raisin butter that is not to be missed. — Jessica Kozuka, Travel + Leisure, 12 Jan. 2026

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Noun

There are no plans to try to separate supporters of the two sides, Atlanta police said — either inside or outside the stadium.

— Andre Butso, AJC.com, 15 July 2026
Customers can also expect certified angus beef, prepared sides, salads and entries that are available daily.

— Fousia Abdullahi, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 July 2026

Definition of sides

Noun

McNeeley had the ball in his hands a lot, and that was by design.

— Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 18 July 2026
And in the coming years, humanoid robots with dexterous hands will automate the other parts of lab work, such as handling mice, or slicing thin layers of tissue.

— Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 17 July 2026

Definition of hands

Noun

Unfortunately, heading into this year’s World Cup, both our stars on the flanks were injured.

— Patrick Sung Cuadrado, CNN Money, 14 July 2026
Christina Bluhme was high on the flanks of Britain's tallest mountain with her dogs and one of the hounds was a lot higher — and not in a good way.

— ABC News, ABC News, 13 July 2026

Definition of flanks

Noun

Look for tops that have lace, floral embroidery, ruffles, or subtle sheer components with a delicate and sophisticated air, then layer a barn jacket or cardigan on top for additional warmth.

— René Chávez Esparza, Glamour, 17 July 2026
Cushy slides, breezy sundresses, easy two-piece sets, and outfit-making tops are all on sale for $10 or less — and no, that’s not a typo.

— Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 17 July 2026

Definition of tops

Noun

De Hooch’s picture is a puzzle box—an ingenious construction of openings and closings, insides and outsides, revelation and concealment.

— Susan Tallman, The Atlantic, 11 July 2026
At Ruby’s, wonderful things happen when butter and flour alchemize, like the flaky and citrusy outsides and soft insides of the sugar buns, and an array of other French pastries that faithfully lure in crowds every weekend.

— Ligaya Malones, Travel + Leisure, 2 June 2026

Definition of outsides

Noun

The UConn Foundation will be looking for naming-rights revenue opportunities for the fields, which will allow the team to work outdoors more often.

— Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 5 July 2026
Carlson opted to test free agency and signed a two-year deal with the Tampa Bay Lightning after the Ducks dealt his rights to the Carolina Hurricanes.

— Eric Stephens, New York Times, 5 July 2026

Definition of rights

Noun

Other celebrities, like Oprah, Cindy Crawford, and Katie Holmes, have also embraced workwear bottoms for their polished look and breathable fabric options.

— Christina Shepherd McGuire, PEOPLE, 15 July 2026
Try a trend-forward pair of glove flats to give your look an elevated boost, transforming your slouchy bottoms from low-key to downtown chic.

— India Roby, Glamour, 15 July 2026

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