rearward

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun direction toward the rear
  2. adjective located in or toward the back or rear
  3. adjective directed or moving toward the rear

Etymology

From rear + -ward.

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