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lee

The word “lee” has 1 syllable: lee

It's pronounced as /li/

What is synonym and antonym for lee?

In the thesaurus, “lee” has 17 synonyms and 5 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for lee along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for lee

Antonyms for lee

  • center
  • inside
  • interior
  • middle
  • midway

Meanings of lee

  • noun
    1. A protected cove or harbor, out of the wind.
    2. The side of the ship away from the wind.
    3. A sheltered place, especially a place protected from the wind by some object; the side sheltered from the wind (see also leeside); shelter; protection.
    4. Lees; dregs.
  • adjective
    1. Facing away from the flow of a fluid, usually air.

Example Sentences

  • The sailors anchored in the lee of the island to escape the storm.
  • They rested on the lee side, sheltered from the harsh wind.
  • The boat drifted quietly into the lee of the rocky shore.
  • Campers pitched their tents in the lee to stay warm overnight.
  • Birds nested safely in the lee of the tall cliffs.

On this page you'll find 22 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to lee, such as: bottom, center, face, flank, foot, hand, inside.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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