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rearward¹ Definition

rear·ward (rir′wôrd′)

noun

Archaic rear

Etymology: ME rerewarde < Anglo-Fr: see rear guard & ward

rearward² Definition

rear·ward (-wərd)

adjective

at, in, or toward the rear

Etymology: rear + -ward

adverb

backward; toward the rear

rearward Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • visibility: In the cabin Big windscreen, with rearward visibility improved by dynamic flex mirrors.
  • vision: Posted: 27 Jun 2006 at 6:18pm I prefer open face helmets, the problem for me was always rearward vision with them.
  • movement: Cavalry units MUST carefully plan and coordinate their subsequent rearward movement and passage of lines.
  • passage: The squadron must ensure contact is maintained with the enemy during a rearward passage of lines.
  • position: I replaced this adjustable bracket with a fixed bracket that firmly anchored the back of the seat in its rearward position.
  • view: It was pleasant to see a rearward view of no.