Abovedeck

adj, adv, noun

adj, adv, noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    The area on a boat that is abovedeck.

    "It's a good idea to plan these jobs in logical steps, working down from abovedeck to the bilge."

Adjective
  1. 1
    Located on deck.

    "These heating elements allow the gun mount to continue to operate when the abovedeck temperature is as low as 40° C."

Adverb
  1. 1
    On deck.

    "Dress warmly so that you can stay abovedeck in the fresh air."

Example

More examples

"Dress warmly so that you can stay abovedeck in the fresh air."

Etymology

From above + deck.

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