: the space in the stern of an open boat not occupied by the thwarts.

What is a stern meaning?

1 : hard and severe in nature or manner : very strict and serious a stern judge a stern warning. 2 : showing severe displeasure or disapproval The elder's stern expression softened.—

What is stern and examples?

The stern is defined as the rear of anything. An example of stern is the back of a boat. ... The definition of stern is someone who is very serious or strict. An example of stern is a teacher when he is scolding a student.