1. on or toward the side of a ship that is sheltered from the wind
Usage: nautical

Examples

• The captain ordered the crew to move alee to avoid the strong winds.
• We sailed alee of the island to find calmer waters.
• The small boat drifted alee during the storm.
• Position the sails alee to reduce wind resistance.
• The harbor provided shelter alee of the rocky outcrop.
• They anchored alee to protect the vessel from damage.