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main deck

American

noun

Nautical.

the uppermost weatherproof deck, running the full length of a ship.

main deck British

noun

the uppermost sheltered deck that runs the entire length of a vessel

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Etymology

Origin of main deck

First recorded in 1740–50

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main deck

"Today's world needs signs and testimonies that give hope more than words," he said in an impromptu speech in English on the main deck.

From Barron's ● Oct. 18, 2025

Among them are Jenny Cawson and Tarig Sinada, a couple from Devon who were staying on the main deck, on the side of the boat that hit the water.

From BBC ● Jan. 14, 2025

The deadly fire that broke out four years ago aboard the Conception dive boat, killing 34 people, started in a plastic trash can on the main deck, a confidential report reviewed by The Times shows.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 2, 2023

After breakfast, Javier pulled the kids out onto the main deck for one last photo together.

From Washington Post ● Aug. 11, 2022

Sefia glanced down the stairs to the main deck.

From "The Reader" by Traci Chee

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