weatherly

Able to sail close to the wind with little drift to leeward.

Nautical, making very little leeway when close-hauled, even in a stiff breeze and heavy sea: noting a ship or boat.

Working, or able to sail, close to the wind.

(of a sailing vessel) able to sail close to the wind with little leeway

(of a sailing vessel) making very little leeway when close-hauled