aft of

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: in back of : behind
There is an exit located just aft of the wing.

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At the aft of the ship, visit the Carousel Lounge for Cirque-style shows that cost $18 but include a cocktail. — Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Jan. 2026 Up front, the kitchen block just aft of the driver's seat includes a dual-burner gas stove and sink integrated into the counter and a compressor fridge next to the drawers below. — New Atlas, 25 Jan. 2026 The all-day restaurant Amphora now offers both buffet and à la carte dining, either indoors or al fresco at the aft of the ship. — Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon, Travel + Leisure, 17 Jan. 2026 But the biggest differentiator is The Bazaar, the new indoor-outdoor destination hub at the aft of Deck 5. — Josh Rivera, USA Today, 24 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for aft of

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“Aft of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/aft%20of. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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