English Word · Intermediate
after-hatch
A hatch located towards the aft of a vessel
Pronunciation: say after-hatch
Meaning
A hatch located towards the aft of a vessel.
Example
Rasmus sat in the after-hatch at the helm, while the boy was now forward, now aft, as circumstances required.
Rasmus sat in the after-hatch at the helm, while the boy was now forward, now aft, as circumstances required.
Practice tips
- Practice after-hatch out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.