afterbreast
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/ˈæftərˌbrɛst/
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/ˈɑːftəˌbrɛst/
rear side of a ship
Etymology
Etymology Information
'afterbreast' originates from Middle English, combining 'after' meaning 'behind' and 'breast' referring to the side of a ship.
Historical Evolution
'afterbreast' changed from the Middle English term 'afterbreste' and eventually became the modern English word 'afterbreast'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the rear side of a ship', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/05/25 19:36