Cool MateDeck
UK /["/dek/"]/US /["/dek/"]/
Definition
the top outside floor of a ship or boat
In simple words: A flat surface or platform, often on a ship or in the backyard.
Examples
- We enjoyed the sunset while sitting on the wooden deck outside the house.
- The ship's deck was slippery after the rain.
- He shuffled the deck of cards before dealing them to the players.
- She bought a new deck of playing cards for the game night.
- The cruise ship had several decks for passengers to relax and enjoy views.
- We repaired the old deck because some boards were rotting.
Usage notes
Typically used in a neutral context. 'Deck' can refer to a ship's deck or a deck in a house. Avoid using in highly formal writing.
Grammar pattern
deck + object
Memory hint
Think of a 'deck of cards' being flat and spread out.
Collocations
- open
- go up on
- below deck
- on deck
- lower
- top
- upper
- swab
- on a/the deck
- wooden
- back
- front
Synonyms
- platform
- terrace
- porch
- decking
Antonyms
- floor
- ground
Common mistakes
- Confused with 'deck' as a verb and a noun.
- Using 'decks' instead of 'deck' for singular.
- Mispronunciation as 'dec' instead of 'deck'.