quarterdeck
四角甲板,四合板,四分之一甲板,四合院
Definitions
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Nautical.
- : the part of a weather deck that runs aft from the midship area or the mainmast to the stern or poop of a vessel.
Examples
It may be delightfully chewy, richly tannic, and marvelous for sipping one sultry night on the quarterdeck of your yacht.
He marched up to the quarterdeck, stood at attention, and said, “Petty Officer Klauser reporting for duty.”
At length, one morning, Captain Griggs came out of his cabin and climbed upon the poop, calling all hands aft to the quarterdeck.
Without further parley, the two warrant-officers went to the quarterdeck, where the Captain was standing.
Before a dozen words had been spoken Evans stepped forward and flung the spokesman from the quarterdeck.
Stow my quid, but I'll send some of you to feed the fishes if you try to make the f'c'sle rule the quarterdeck.
Im glad youre here on my quarterdeck with me to-night, doctor.