Foredeck: meaning, definitions and examples

Commonly used in marine contexts to refer to the front part of the upper deck of a ship, often a place for passengers to gather or outdoor activities to take place.

• Let's head to the foredeck to enjoy the sunset.
• The crew organized a small party on the foredeck.

Widely used in both marine and non-marine contexts to refer to the front section of a ship or boat; it can also mean a gesture of respect when pronounced differently.

• Water crashed over the bow as the ship moved forward.
• Stand at the bow and look out over the sea for a while.

Primarily used in literature or more formal writing to describe the front part of a ship, typically the above-water portion of the bow.

• The prow of the ship cut through the water gracefully.
• She stood at the prow, her hair blowing in the wind.

Often used in specific marine contexts to describe the living quarters of the crew in the forward part of a ship; can also be spelled 'fo'c'sle' informally.

• The sailors retreated to the forecastle after their shift.
• The captain gave orders from the door of the forecastle.