Forecastle: meaning, definitions and examples
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forecastle
[ ˈfɔːˌkæsəl ]
on a ship
The forecastle is the front part of a ship, typically above the upper deck and used for crew's quarters or storage.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The sailors gathered on the forecastle to watch the sunset.
- The captain's cabin was located just behind the forecastle.
historical context
In the past, the forecastle was often where the crew slept and ate.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- Life on the forecastle was tough during long voyages.
Translations
Translations of the word "forecastle" in other languages:
🇵🇹 castelo de proa
🇮🇳 पोर्तिभाग
🇩🇪 Vorschiff
🇮🇩 haluan kapal
🇺🇦 бак
🇵🇱 bak
🇯🇵 船首楼 (せんしゅろう)
🇫🇷 gaillard d'avant
🇪🇸 castillo de proa
🇹🇷 başüstü
🇰🇷 선수루
🇸🇦 مقدمة السفينة
🇨🇿 přední paluba
🇸🇰 predná paluba
🇨🇳 前甲板
🇸🇮 premčna paluba
🇮🇸 frambygging
🇰🇿 алдыңғы палуба
🇬🇪 წინა კოშკი
🇦🇿 gəminin ön hissəsi
🇲🇽 castillo de proa
Word origin
The word 'forecastle' originated from the Middle English 'forecastel', which was composed of 'fore' meaning 'before' and 'castel' meaning 'a little turret'. The forecastle was traditionally a raised platform at the bow of a ship where sailors could stand watch. Over time, its usage evolved to refer to the front part of a ship's upper deck. Today, the forecastle is mainly used for crew's quarters or storage.
See also: before, forefather, foreman, foremost, forepart, forest, forever.