Definitions

1. noun

a sheltered place, especially one at the side of a slope

“The hikers sought refuge in a nearby lee.”

2. noun

a part of a sail, especially a triangular section

“The sailor adjusted the lees of the sail to catch the wind.”

3. noun

the side of a hill or mountain, away from the wind

“The wind was blowing fiercely from the lees of the mountain.”

4. noun

a lower or inner part of a vessel or container

“The lees of the wine had settled at the bottom of the bottle.”

5. verb

to shelter or protect from the wind

“The trees lees the house from the harsh gusts.”