lee
way
1
the amount of freedom or flexibility allowed within certain limits or boundaries
- The manager gave us some leeway to adjust the project deadlines.
- The company allows employees a little leeway to adjust their work hours.
- She had leeway in her budget to spend on additional marketing.
- The contract provides leeway for changes to the scope of the project.
- The teacher gave the students some leeway in how they completed the assignment.
2
(of a ship or plane) sideways drift