At, near, or towards the stern of a vessel (with the frame of reference within the vessel).
located at the back of a boat, ship, or airplane
The stern portion of a vessel.
To pay the ante in poker. Often used as ante up.
To make an investment in money, effort, or time before knowing one's chances.
A price or cost, as in up the ante.
In poker and other games, the contribution made by all players to the pot before dealing the cards.