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Meaning of
stern
in English
stern
us
//stɝrn//
uk
//stɜːn//
#common
Plural
sterns
Comparative Adjective
sterner
Superlative Adjective
sternest
Definitions
Adjective
having
a
severe
nature
;
unyielding
grim
and
intimidating
in
appearance
The
captain
had
a
stern
expression
on
his
face
.
Noun
the
back
of
a
ship
(
nautical
)
The
stern
of
the
boat
was
damaged
in
the
accident
.
the
rear
part
of
something
The
ship's
stern
was
hit
by
a
large
wave
.
Compounds / Phrases
sterncastle
sternwheel
sternwheeler
sternposts
sternway
