main deck

American  

noun

Nautical.

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

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main deck British  

noun

1. 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

Example Sentences

"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

The GSF said their "Family boat" was struck in Tunisian waters, and fire had damaged the main deck.

From BBC

With the boat on its side, the group had to crawl along the emergency staircase for two floors, past the restaurant and dining room on the main deck.

From BBC

On Monday, the EU’s military operation in the region said several fires were continuing to burn on the tanker’s main deck, though there were no visible signs that an oil spill was already occurring.

From BBC

Thirty-four people died aboard the Conception on Labor Day in 2019, when a fire erupted on the main deck while dozens of divers slept in a windowless bunk room below.

From Los Angeles Times