AFTERGUARD


Meaning of AFTERGUARD in English

ˈ ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ noun

Etymology: after (IV) + guard

1. : the division composed usually of ordinary seamen and apprentices stationed on the poop or after part of a ship to attend the after sails

2. : the owner and other amateurs of a yacht's crew

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