"stern chaser" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: stern chasers [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} stern chaser (plural stern chasers)
  1. (nautical) A gun or cannon mounted on the stern of a ship for firing at a pursuing vessel. Categories (topical): Nautical Synonyms: chase gun Related terms: stern chase, bow chaser
    Sense id: en-stern_chaser-en-noun-6K5OE6cp Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: nautical, transport

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