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BNC: 19486 COCA: 15712

leeway

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leeway /ˈliːˌweɪ/ noun
leeway
/ˈliːˌweɪ/
noun
Learner's definition of LEEWAY
[noncount]
: freedom to do something the way you want to do it(做某事的)自由,灵活性

make up (the) leeway

British
: to get back into a good position or situation after you have fallen behind补救;挽回;赶上
BNC: 19486 COCA: 15712

leeway

noun

lee·​way ˈlē-ˌwā How to pronounce leeway (audio)
1
: an allowable margin of freedom or variation : tolerance
The new rules allow managers greater leeway in making decisions.
2
a
: off-course lateral movement of a ship when underway
The sailboat's centerboard helps to reduce leeway.
b
: the angle between the heading and the track of an airplane

Example Sentences

They give their students leeway to try new things. you will be given some leeway in choosing how to carry out the project
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Word History

First Known Use

1669, in the meaning defined at sense 2a

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The first known use of leeway was in 1669
BNC: 19486 COCA: 15712

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