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On or toward the lee, or the side away from the wind; the opposite of aweather. The helm of a ship is alee when pressed close to the lee side.
adv. At or to the leeward side.
ah-lee i) On the lee, or sheltered side of a ship, ii) to leeward.
on or toward the lee; "put the helm alee"
Away from the direction of the wind, referring to the helm or the tiller
Away from the direction of the wind. Opposite of windward.
Toward the opposite to the source of the wind side of a boat. All standing To have all sails flying when running before the wind.
Away from the direction that the wind is going in.
to the leeward side (downwind)
The side of a boat or object away from the direction of the wind.
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