avast

[əˈvæst]

avast Definition

• 1. a nautical command to stop or cease
• 2. to bring a ship to a stop or standstill

Using avast: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "avast" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  Avast, ye mateys! Prepare to board!

• Example

  The captain ordered the crew to avast the ship.

• Example

  Avast heaving! We've reached our destination.

avast Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for avast

• stop
• halt
• cease
• desist

Phrases with avast

• avast heaving

  a command to stop pulling on a rope or cable

  Example

  Avast heaving! We've reached our destination.

• avast there

  a command to stop or pause

  Example

  Avast there, sailor! What's the rush?

• avast ye

  a command to stop or pay attention

  Example

  Avast ye, mateys! Prepare to board!

Origins of avast

from Dutch 'hou'vast', meaning 'hold fast'

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Summary: avast in Brief

'Avast' [əˈvæst] is a nautical command to stop or cease, often used in pirate-themed media. It can also mean to bring a ship to a stop or standstill. Phrases like 'avast heaving' and 'avast ye' use 'avast' as a command to stop pulling or pay attention, respectively.