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    leeward

    leeward - Dictionary definition and meaning for word leeward

    Definition
    (noun) the direction in which the wind is blowing Definition
    (noun) the side of something that is sheltered from the wind
    Synonyms : lee , lee side
    Definition
    (adj) on the side away from the wind
    Example Sentence
    • on the leeward side of the island
    Definition
    (adv) toward the wind
    Synonyms : upwind
    Example Sentence
    • they were sailing leeward
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BRET LEE is a fast bowler....he bowls at wind speed....hence to protect people there is a leeward

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