(n) :
(nautical) The part of a vessel abaft midships.
(n) :
(astronautics) A section or piece of a launch vehicle, rocket, or spacecraft that enters the atmosphere unprotected behind the nose cone or other body that is protected for entry.
(n) :
(astronomy) A companion body that trails a satellite or spacecraft.
(n) :
(nautical) The part of a vessel abaft midships.
(n) :
(astronautics) A section or piece of a launch vehicle, rocket, or spacecraft that enters the atmosphere unprotected behind the nose cone or other body that is protected for entry.
(n) :
(astronomy) A companion body that trails a satellite or spacecraft.