Rearmost: meaning, definitions and examples

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rearmost

 

[ ˈrɪərˌmoʊst ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

position or location

The term 'rearmost' refers to the position that is furthest to the back in a line, group, or arrangement. It is often used to describe the last item in a sequence, especially in the context of physical spaces or structures.

Synonyms

backmost, hindmost, last

Examples of usage

  • The rearmost seat in the car was particularly spacious.
  • The rearmost section of the plane is usually less crowded.
  • In the race, he started at the rearmost position but quickly moved ahead.
  • The rearmost row of the theater had a clear view of the stage.

Translations

Translations of the word "rearmost" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais posterior

🇮🇳 पिछला

🇩🇪 hinterste

🇮🇩 terbelakang

🇺🇦 найзадніший

🇵🇱 najdalszy

🇯🇵 最も後ろの

🇫🇷 le plus arrière

🇪🇸 más trasero

🇹🇷 en son

🇰🇷 가장 뒤쪽의

🇸🇦 الأكثر خلفًا

🇨🇿 nejzadnější

🇸🇰 najzadnejší

🇨🇳 最后面的

🇸🇮 najzadnji

🇮🇸 aftasta

🇰🇿 ең артқы

🇬🇪 ყველაზე უკანასკნელი

🇦🇿 ən arxada

🇲🇽 más trasero

Etymology

The word 'rearmost' is derived from the combination of the prefix 'rear,' which originates from the Old English 'raer' meaning 'to raise or elevate,' and the superlative suffix '-most.' The term has been used in English since the late 19th century to indicate the most distant position towards the back of something. 'Rear' has its roots in various Germanic languages, illustrating the concept of being behind or in the back. The superlative '-most' is used to form adjectives indicating the highest degree or extent. From a historical perspective, the evolution of 'rearmost' showcases the development of language and how spatial concepts are expressed succinctly in English.