lee -
n. 1 shelter given by a neighbouring object (
under the
lee of).
2 (in full
lee side) the sheltered side, the side away from the wind (opp. weather side).
lee-board a plank frame fixed to the side of a flat-bottomed vessel and let down into the water to diminish leeway. lee shore the shore to leeward of a ship. [OE hleo f. Gmc]
