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Aft

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Nautical Term

Used specifically on boats or ships to mean the back part.

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Hear the engines roar from aft!
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Movement Direction

Implies moving towards the rear, often against the usual direction.

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He stumbled aft during the turbulence.
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Safety Reference

In emergencies, moving aft can mean moving to a safer area.

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All passengers, please head aft immediately!
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