Definition of astern
- behind a ship, or going backward when in a ship
Usage examples of astern
The captain ordered the engine astern to slow the ship.
The small boat drifted astern of the ferry.
A red buoy disappeared astern as we left the harbor.
Term
astern adv
Astern means behind a ship, or going backward when in a ship. Explore the term's definition, IPA/phonetic pronunciation, and usage examples.