Aftcastle is a synonym of sterncastle. As nouns the difference between sterncastle and aftcastle is that sterncastle is an aftcastle while aftcastle is raised part of the upper deck at the stern of a ship. sterncastle English Noun (en noun) An aftcastle. aftcastle English Noun...
The term is a short form of the word "before," which is a synonym to "ahead." Thus, fore literally means, "look out ahead." Golfers use this term immediately following an errant shot as a way to warn other golfers that a ball might be heading their way. Is Fore Greek or Latin?