aft Synonyms
aft Meaning
aft (a)
(nautical, aeronautical) situated at or toward the stern or tail
aft (r)
at or near or toward the stern of a ship or tail of an airplane
aft (adv. & a.)
Near or towards the stern of a vessel; astern; abaft.
aft Sentence Examples
- The ship's captain directed the crew to prepare for the journey by focusing on the aft section for routine maintenance.
- As the aircraft taxied on the runway, passengers in the aft seats experienced a slight jolt.
- Sailors gathered on the aft deck to enjoy the sunset over the open sea.
- The engineer inspected the aft engine to identify and address any potential issues before the next flight.
- During the storm, the ship pitched forward and aft, causing discomfort among the passengers.
- A group of friends enjoyed a leisurely afternoon on the yacht's aft deck, savoring the calm waters and clear sky.
- The fisherman secured his gear in the aft compartment before setting out for a day of angling.
- The cruise ship's entertainment featured a lively party on the aft pool deck, complete with music and dancing.
- The helicopter landed on the aft deck of the naval vessel, ready for a quick deployment if needed.
- The crew members gathered in the aft lounge to discuss the day's operations and plan for the upcoming tasks.
FAQs About the word aft
(nautical, aeronautical) situated at or toward the stern or tail, at or near or toward the stern of a ship or tail of an airplaneNear or towards the stern of a
hind, back,rear,posterior, hinder,dorsal, after, hindmost, rearward
frontal,front, anterior, front, anterior, frontal, forward, forward, fore,fore
The ship's captain directed the crew to prepare for the journey by focusing on the aft section for routine maintenance.
As the aircraft taxied on the runway, passengers in the aft seats experienced a slight jolt.
Sailors gathered on the aft deck to enjoy the sunset over the open sea.
The engineer inspected the aft engine to identify and address any potential issues before the next flight.
