leeward tide

Definitions of leeward tide
  1. noun
    a tide that runs in the same direction as the wind is blowing
    “a leeward tide is dangerous for small boats”
    synonyms: lee tide
    see moresee less
    type of:
    tide
    the periodic rise and fall of the sea level under the gravitational pull of the moon
Cite this entry
Style:
MLA
  • MLA
  • APA
  • Chicago

Copy citation
DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘leeward tide'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Vocabulary.com or its editors. Send us feedback
Word Family