English Expression · Intermediate
lee shore
A shore towards which the wind is blowing, and to which there is the danger of being driven
Pronunciation: say lee shore
Meaning
A shore towards which the wind is blowing, and to which there is the danger of being driven.
Example
The captain steered away from the lee shore to avoid being pushed onto the rocks by the gale.
The captain steered away from the lee shore to avoid being pushed onto the rocks by the gale.
Practice tips
- Practice lee shore out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.