Flying Bridge (Noun)
Meaning
The highest navigational bridge on a ship; a small (often open) deck above the pilot house.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The captain stood on the flying bridge, gazing out at the vast expanse of ocean as the ship navigated through treacherous waters.
- From the flying bridge, the crew could get a clear view of the surrounding waters and spot any potential hazards.
- The flying bridge was a narrow, open deck above the pilot house, accessed by a steep ladder.
- During the storm, the captain directed the crew from the flying bridge, using hand signals to communicate above the howling wind.
- The officer stood at the helm on the flying bridge, his eyes fixed on the horizon as he guided the ship through the crowded harbor.