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quarterdeck

noun [C]
 
 
/ˈkwɔː.tə.dek/ US  /ˈkwɑː.t̬ɚ-/

Definition

the highest part of the deck at the back of a ship: The quarterdeck is usually reserved for officers.Parts of ships and boats
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