AFT

[adjective], [adverb] [not gradable] [specialized] - in or towards the back part of a boatThe large saloon opens on to the aft deck.Graham sat aft, looking steadily out to the horizon.Missiles were sited fore and aft (= at the front and at the back) on the ship.(specialized) Fore and aft is sometimes used in non-boating situations to mean at both ends or sides.Most of the work has gone into the auditorium, while only minor improvements have been possible fore and aft.The paper was under his arm, sticking out fore and aft.