Definition of Leeway in English :

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Leeway meaning in English

Meaning of Leeway in English

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Leeway

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Noun

1. leeway

(of a ship or plane) sideways drift

2. allowance, leeway, margin, tolerance

a permissible difference; allowing some freedom to move within limits

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Leeway

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noun
1. 
room for free movement within limits, as in action or expenditure
2. 
sideways drift of a boat or aircraft

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Leeway

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noun
1. 
the leeward drift of a ship or aircraft from the course being steered
2.  Informal
a. 
margin of time, money, etc.
b. 
room for freedom of action

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Leeway

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n.
1. The drift of a ship or aircraft to leeward of the course being steered.
2. A margin of freedom or variation, as of activity, time, or expenditure; latitude. See Synonyms at room.

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