leeKK [ˈli] | /ˈli/
GEPT 中高級
C2noun
the side of something that is sheltered from the wind, such as the leeward side of a mountain or a ship’s lee side
We pitched our tent in the lee of the hill to avoid strong winds.
背風處;避風側
C2adverb
on, toward, or in the direction of the lee
The captain steered the boat to the lee of the island to find calm waters.
朝背風方向
C2adjective
situated or placed in the direction away from the wind
The boy took shelter in the lee of the building as he was not able to walk against the strong wind.