as in rear
being at or in the part of something opposite the front part
the aft part of the cruise ship turned out to be the quieter section
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as in backwards
near, toward, or in the stern of a ship or the tail of an aircraft
we stood on the ship's deck facing aft the flight attendant informed us that the plane's exits are located fore and aft
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Recent Examples of aft
Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 7 Feb. 2023
In the immediate aftermath, Russian flight controllers attempted to use the European robotic arm, attached to the Russian segment of the station, to observe the aft end of the Soyuz where the leak occurred.
—Eric Berger, Ars Technica, 16 Dec. 2022
David Swanson, Travel + Leisure, 27 May 2024
Open exterior decks forward and aft allow for a steady sea breeze, as the owner—who was last aboard his yacht in the summer of 2021—used to regularly enjoy.
—Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 10 Feb. 2023
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Adjective
At the opposite end, the aft cockpit is perfect for alfresco dining or lounging.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 7 Feb. 2023
In the immediate aftermath, Russian flight controllers attempted to use the European robotic arm, attached to the Russian segment of the station, to observe the aft end of the Soyuz where the leak occurred.
—Eric Berger, Ars Technica, 16 Dec. 2022
Adverb
Also of note is the Dusk Bar, which sits aft on Deck 10 and is stocked with interesting spirits.
—David Swanson, Travel + Leisure, 27 May 2024
Open exterior decks forward and aft allow for a steady sea breeze, as the owner—who was last aboard his yacht in the summer of 2021—used to regularly enjoy.
—Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 10 Feb. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for aft
Adjective
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Inside the car, the rear bench has been ripped out so that reclining sport-style seats with Pepita inserts could be installed.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
17 Oct. 2025
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And unlike traditional luxury coupes, the One of One has no rear window and rides high on large wheels, giving it a muscular, but still modern appearance.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
16 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Aside from the classic pillow design, there are more shapes catered to all sleeping styles, including a crescent design for side and back sleepers and a cutout option for side sleepers.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
22 Oct. 2025
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Sold as a pair, these privacy curtains are machine washable, breathable, airy, and feature both a rod pocket and back tabs for hanging.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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After years of sitting dormant, the station was restored as a new hotel, but a surprise was left behind on the top floor.—
Craig Shoup,
Nashville Tennessean,
21 Oct. 2025
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Meanwhile, Mohammed remembered that his uncle, who had fled his home for the south, had left behind a bag of flour.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
21 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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Their opening eight possessions featured six punts, a turnover on downs at the end of their lone productive drive and an aborted drive that went backwards in the final 64 seconds of the first half.—
Parker Gabriel,
Denver Post,
20 Oct. 2025
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Penn State defensive tackle Xavier Gilliam blocked Stevens’ low, line-drive kick, and the ball caromed backward to the 35-yard line.—
Scott Dochterman,
New York Times,
19 Oct. 2025
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“Aft.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aft. Accessed 24 Oct. 2025.
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