Primarily used in maritime contexts to describe locations on a vessel.

Nautical Term

'Abaft the beam' refers to an angle relative to the ship’s middle, not directly at the back.

Understanding 'Abeam'

Use 'abaft' to give directions when you're on a ship or discussing ship features.

Abaft can be used to describe the back of an aircraft too, not just ships.

In maritime context, moving abaft could be about balancing the vessel by shifting weight.

Commands on a ship often include 'abaft' to instruct movement to the rear.