Forecastle
Pronunciation: /ˈfɔɹˈkæsəɫ/
Forecastle (noun)
- The part of a ship’s deck near the front, where people may stand or work.
- A raised structure at the front of a ship, built to protect the crew and improve movement on deck.
Examples
- The crew worked on the ship front deck before sunrise.
- The ship front deck was wet after the waves hit.