hatchway
/ˈhætʃˌweɪ/
noun
- An opening in a ship's deck, floor, or roof, often with a cover or door, used for entering or accessing the area below.
- We opened the hatchway to let fresh air into the basement.
- The sailor climbed through the hatchway to reach the cargo hold.
- A small hatchway in the roof led to the attic.