Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Leewards.
Leewards - as an adjective
On the side away from the wind
Example: "On the leeward side of the island"
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
windward16Leewards - as a noun
The direction in which the wind is blowing
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
direction12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
windward16The side of something that is sheltered from the wind
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lee3lee sideAntonyms (Opposite Meaning)
windward16Leewards - as an adverb
Away from the wind
Example: "They were sailing leeward"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
upwind12Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
windward16Example Sentences
"The sailors changed their course to head leewards."
"The islanders are accustomed to the harsh leewards."
"The leewards are known for their strong winds."
"We sailed around the leewards to reach the other side of the island."
"The leewards offer shelter from the prevailing winds."
Word Game Points
Is LEEWARDS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, leewards is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
LEEWARDS has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is LEEWARDS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, leewards is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordLEEWARDS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is LEEWARDS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, leewards is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordLEEWARDS has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
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