noun the backward motion of a ship
adverb in a backward direction
In the field of maritime navigation, sternway refers to the movement of a ship backwards, typically when the ship is in reverse gear.
In recreational boating, sternway is the backward movement of a boat, often used when maneuvering in tight spaces or docking.
In naval warfare, sternway can refer to the backward movement of a ship, which may be strategically important in certain combat situations.
Sternway is a term used in nautical terminology to describe the reverse movement of a vessel.
In nautical writing, the term 'sternway' may be used to describe the backward motion of a ship.
Marine biologists may use the term 'sternway' when discussing the movement of marine vessels in relation to marine life and habitats.
A ship captain may use the term 'sternway' to give orders to navigate a ship in reverse.