lee
Translation
lee, shelter
Examples
We sheltered in the lee of the cliff.
We sheltered in the lee of the cliff.
Grammar Patterns
in the ((lee)) of ((sth.)) in the sheltered side of (sth.) We sheltered in the lee of the cliff.
Similar Words
Synonyms: shelter, cover, protection; Antonyms: windward.
Etymology
From Old English 'hleo', meaning 'shelter, protection'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a tree's leaves providing a 'lee' or shelter from the wind.