quarterdeck

[ kwawr-ter-dek ]

noun

, Nautical.

1. the part of a weather deck that runs aft from the midship area or the mainmast to the stern or poop of a vessel.

quarterdeck

/ ˈkwɔːtəˌdɛk /

noun

1. nautical the after part of the weather deck of a ship, traditionally the deck on a naval vessel for official or ceremonial use

Word History and Origins

Origin of quarterdeck¹

First recorded in 1620–30

Example Sentences

It may be delightfully chewy, richly tannic, and marvelous for sipping one sultry night on the quarterdeck of your yacht.

From The Daily Beast

He marched up to the quarterdeck, stood at attention, and said, “Petty Officer Klauser reporting for duty.”

From The Daily Beast

At length, one morning, Captain Griggs came out of his cabin and climbed upon the poop, calling all hands aft to the quarterdeck.

From Project Gutenberg

Without further parley, the two warrant-officers went to the quarterdeck, where the Captain was standing.

From Project Gutenberg

Before a dozen words had been spoken Evans stepped forward and flung the spokesman from the quarterdeck.

From Project Gutenberg

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.

From Project Gutenberg

Im glad youre here on my quarterdeck with me to-night, doctor.

From Project Gutenberg