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astern: Meaning and Definition of
a•stern
Pronunciation: (u-stûrn'), [key]
— adv.
- in a position behind a specified vessel or aircraft: The cutter was following close astern.
- in a backward direction: The steamer went astern at half speed.
See also:
- astern (Thesaurus)
