Astern (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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adverb
  1. in a position behind a specified vessel or aircraft: The cutter was following close astern.
  2. in a backward direction: The steamer went astern at half speed.
adverb, adjective (postpositive) nautical
  1. at or towards the stern
  2. with the stern first
  3. aft of the stern of a vessel
Astern (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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