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sternward

/ˈstɜːn.wəd/

/ˈstɜrn.wərd/

Translations

sternwardadjective

/ˈstɜːn.wəd/

/ˈstɜrn.wərd/

The sternward wind pushed the boat faster.

Кормовой ветер ускорил лодку.

sternwardadverb

/ˈstɜːnwəd/

/ˈstɝːnwɚd/

к корме

The sailor moved sternward to adjust the sails.

Матрос переместился к корме, чтобы настроить паруса.

Synonyms

toward the stern

sternwardadjective

Located or situated toward the stern or rear of a ship or boat.

The sternward cabins offer a quieter experience away from the engine noise.

sternwardadverb

In the direction of the stern or rear of a ship or boat.

The crew moved sternward to secure the loose cargo.