sternforemost 1 of 2

adjective

Definition of sternforemostnext
as in rear

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sternforemost

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adverb

as in astern

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sternforemost
  1. rear
  2. rearward
Adjective
  • Every few months, another sleek electric coupe emerges with rounded fenders, a sloping roofline, and enough rear haunch to invite inevitable comparisons.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 25 July 2026
  • The rear plate of solid metal cools the back of your neck, which has the effect of cooling the rest of you down, too.
    — David Phelan, Forbes.com, 25 July 2026
Definition of rear
Adverb
  • The floor plan centers around a single- or dual-seat lounge that faces rearward to provide views through the open entryway.
    — C.C. Weiss May 07, New Atlas, 7 May 2026
  • Two of their toes point inward and two point rearward with sharp pointed claws.
    — Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 6 Nov. 2025
Definition of rearward
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“Sternforemost.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sternforemost. Accessed 27 Jul. 2026.

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