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A deck is a flat, raised platform or floor. It can be found on boats, ships, and even some buildings. It is typically made of wood or other materials and provides a stable surface for people to stand or walk on.

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"deck" as noun

1 - Any raised flat surface that can be walked on: a balcony; a porch; a raised patio; a flat rooftop.

2 - The floorlike covering of the horizontal sections, or compartments, of a ship. Small vessels have only one deck; larger ships have two or three decks.

3 - A main aeroplane surface, especially of a biplane or multiplane.

"deck" as verb

1 - To furnish with a deck, as a vessel.

2 - To knock someone to the floor, especially with a single punch.

3 - To cause a player to run out of cards to draw and usually lose the game as a result.

"deck" as verb

1 - (sometimes with out) To dress (someone) up, to clothe with more than ordinary elegance

2 - (sometimes with out) To decorate (something).

3 - To cover; to overspread.

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Synonyms
1 - floor
2 - platform
3 - stage
4 - terrace
5 - veranda
6 - balcony
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Antonyms
1 - floor
2 - ceiling
3 - hull
4 - cabin
5 - below
6 - beneath
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Examples in Context

1 - The stern had a spacious deck for sunbathing and relaxing.

1 - La popa tenía una cubierta espaciosa para tomar el sol y relajarse.

2 - The fish threshed about on the deck , gasping for water and freedom.

2 - El pez se debateaba en la cubierta , boqueando por agua y libertad.

3 - The supports under the deck must hold up its weight safely.

3 - Los soportes bajo la terraza deben aguantar su peso de forma segura.

4 - The deck had butted railings, providing safety without sacrificing style.

4 - La terraza tenía barandillas planas, ofreciendo seguridad sin sacrificar el estilo.

5 - The hearts suit was beautifully illustrated in the vintage deck .

5 - El palo de corazones estaba bellamente ilustrado en la baraja vintage.

6 - Using a mind palace, she could recite the entire deck in order.

6 - Usando un palacio mental, podía recitar toda la baraja en orden.

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