Meaning: On or onto the ground; not floating.

Part of speech: adverb

Example: The ship ran aground during the storm.

Category: Navigation › Maritime

Synonyms:

• stranded
• beached

Meaning: Towards the rear of a ship.

Part of speech: adverb

Example: The lifeboats are located astern.

Category: Navigation

Synonyms:

• backward
• behind

Meaning: Away from the correct path or direction.

Part of speech: adverb

Example: He went astray in the dark.

Category: Navigation

Synonyms:

• off course
• lost

Antonyms:

• on track
• guided