astern

Meanings

• adverb

  The direction opposite to the front or bow of a ship.

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Antonyms

ahead

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Variants

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astern

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Etymology

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From Old English astern, astarne, meaning 'behind, at the stern of a ship'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'astern' is derived from Old English 'astarne', which means 'behind'.

2. In sailing, the term 'astern' is used to describe the direction opposite to the bow or the front of a ship.

3. The word 'astern' is also used in astronomy to describe the direction opposite to the celestial north.

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Related Concepts

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1. stern: The rear part of a ship or vessel.

2. bow: The front part of a ship or vessel.

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Culture

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In literature, 'astern' is often used to describe the direction or position of a ship or object. In poetry, it can be used metaphorically to describe something that is behind or following.

How to Memorize "astern"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the back of a ship or vessel. Imagine yourself standing at the back of a ship looking forward.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'astern' with the back or rear of a ship.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'A Stern Is Towards The Back' to remember the meaning of 'astern'.

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