forepeak
[fawr-peek, fohr-]
- the extreme forward part of the interior of a hull (opposed to afterpeak).
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Origin of forepeak
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After opening the forepeak hatch I heard splashing in there.
Lord JimJoseph Conrad
While Harry tried to reach the after cabin, Tom did his best to get to the men in the forepeak.
True BlueW.H.G. Kingston
Another keg of water, found in the forepeak, first rewarded their labours.
True BlueW.H.G. Kingston
It struck, mellow, clear, and they were about to creep in the direction of the forepeak.
Blackbeard: BuccaneerRalph D. Paine
Yacamo, the guide, stood in the forepeak of the ship, the centre of an eager group.
Sea-Dogs All!Tom Bevan
forepeak
- nautical the interior part of a vessel that is furthest forward
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