Abaft
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /əˈbɑːft/ · Part of speech preposition
Quick meaning: Abaft is a preposition meaning (nautical) Behind; toward the stern relative to some other object or position; aft of.
Meaning
(nautical) Behind; toward the stern relative to some other object or position; aft of.
More Meanings
- (nautical) On the aft side; in the stern.
- (nautical, obsolete) Backwards.
Example Sentences
The mate sleeps abaft.
We drifted with the wind abaft.
The captain stood abaft the wheelhouse.
“[…] Read the sign up there—NO SMOKING ABAFT THE WHEEL!”
Synonyms for abaft
Depending on context, synonyms include aft, astern.
Antonyms for abaft
Common opposites include forward, fore.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include aft, astern, aftward, abeam, sternwards, rearward.
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