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Rareastern
The correct spelling is astern.
How to pronounce astern
adjective
IPA: /əˈstɜːn/
Say it like: Ast-ern
The correct spelling is astern. Behind a vessel; having a bearing of 180 degrees from ahead. For example: "If one ship is following another, the first is astern of the second."
Usage Examples
“If one ship is following another, the first is astern of the second.”
Meanings
adjective
- 1.Behind a vessel; having a bearing of 180 degrees from ahead.
adverb
- 1.Behind (a vessel); in the rear.
- 2.In the direction of the stern; backward (motion); to the rear.
- 3.At or toward the rear of a vessel.
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