afterdeck
/ˈæftərˌdɛk/
noun
- The part of a ship's deck located behind the main mast or toward the rear (stern).
- The passengers gathered on the afterdeck to watch the sunset over the ocean.
- The captain stood on the afterdeck and gave orders to the crew.
- We stored the lifeboats on the afterdeck for easy access in an emergency.
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