Abaft
Abaft (pronounced: ə-ˈbaft) is a term primarily used in nautical contexts. It is not typically associated with medical terminology. However, for the sake of this exercise, we will provide a detailed article on the term.
Pronunciation
- IPA: /əˈbæft/
Etymology
The term "abaft" originates from Middle English, from the words "on baft". It has been used in English since the 16th century and is a combination of "a-" (on, in) and "baft" (back).
Definition
In nautical terminology, "abaft" refers to a position on a vessel that is further aft (towards the rear end) than another location. It is used to describe the relative position of one object to another, in a longitudinal (front to back) sense.
Related Terms
- Aft: The rear of a ship. When something is located abaft, it is further back than something else.
- Bow: The front of a ship. The opposite of abaft.
- Stern: The back end of a ship. If something is abaft the stern, it is behind the ship.
- Amidships: The middle part of a ship. Something can be abaft the amidships, meaning it is located closer to the rear of the ship than the middle.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Abaft
- Wikipedia's article - Abaft
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