flying bridge

[flahy-ing brij]

noun

1. Also called flybridge. Also called monkey bridge. Also called fly bridge,. Nautical.,  a small, often open deck or platform above the pilothouse or main cabin, having duplicate controls and navigational equipment.

2. Architecture.,  skybridge.

flying bridge

noun

1. an auxiliary bridge of a vessel, usually built above or far outboard of the main bridge

Word History and Origins

Origin of flying bridge¹

First recorded in 1480–90