AFTERGUARDS
the sailors stationed on the quarterdeck and poop of a sailing ship, charged with operating the sails and other equipment aft of the mainmast. now chiefly historical.
the officers on a ship. now chiefly historical.
on a large racing yacht: the crew members responsible for tactics and strategy, usually positioned towards the rear of the boat.
the officers on a ship. now chiefly historical.
on a large racing yacht: the crew members responsible for tactics and strategy, usually positioned towards the rear of the boat.