alee
/əˈliː/
adverb
- On or toward the side of a ship that is sheltered from the wind (the lee side).
- The captain ordered the crew to turn the boat alee to avoid the storm.
- They anchored the ship alee of the island for protection.
- Sailors moved alee to escape the strong gusts.
Antonyms
adjective
- Situated on or relating to the side of a ship that is sheltered from the wind.
- He stood on the alee deck, enjoying the quiet.
- The alee rail was dry while the windward side was sprayed with waves.
- The alee side of the vessel was calm during the gale.