Definition of "aft" in English

noun

1. (nautical) The rear part (after end) of a ship or other vessel.

   • Holonyms: watercraft < vessel

adverb

1. (nautical) At, near, or towards the stern of a vessel (with the frame of reference within the vessel).

adjective

1. located at the back of a boat, ship, or airplane

noun

1. (dated slang) Alternative form of afternoon: the time of day from noon until early evening.