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leeway

The correct spelling is leeway.

How to pronounce leeway

[ˈliːˌweɪ]
noun

IPA: [ˈliːˌweɪ]

Say it like: Lee-waee

The correct spelling is leeway. The drift of a ship or airplane in a leeward direction. For example: "I don't think we have a lot of leeway when it comes to proper formatting."

Usage Examples

I don't think we have a lot of leeway when it comes to proper formatting.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.The drift of a ship or airplane in a leeward direction.
  2. 2.A varying degree or amount of freedom or flexibility; margin, latitude, elbowroom.
  3. 3.An adverse discrepancy or variation in a cumulative process, usually in the phrase make up leeway.

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