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
Etymology
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.