[ˈæft, ˈæft/ ˈɑːft]

Definitions

1. adverb

at, near, or on the rear part of a ship, vehicle, or other object; or at a later time

“The captain stood aft to observe the weather.”

2. noun

the rear part of a ship or boat

“The crew was at the aft of the vessel.”

3. verb

to move or go to the rear part of something

“She afted the sail to adjust its position.”

4. preposition

at or towards the rear part of something

“He went aft to join his friends.”