popa
- In nautical terms, 'popa' refers to the stern of a ship, which is the rear or aft-most part. nounThe captain stood at the popa, overseeing the crew's activities.During the storm, the waves crashed against the popa of the vessel.
- 'Popa' can also be a colloquial term used in some cultures to refer to a father or grandfather, similar to 'papa'. nounEvery Sunday, we visit Popa and listen to his stories.Popa always knows how to fix anything around the house.