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Fo'c'sle (Noun)

Meaning

Living quarters consisting of a superstructure in the bow of a merchant ship where the crew is housed.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Examples

  • The crew quarters were cramped in the fo'c'sle, with narrow bunks and limited storage space for personal belongings.
  • After a long day of work, the sailors would often gather in the fo'c'sle to share stories and play cards.
  • The fo'c'sle was located at the bow of the ship, and its windows offered a stunning view of the horizon.
  • Life in the fo'c'sle was rough, with the constant creaking of the ship's wooden hull and the smell of saltwater and diesel fuel.
  • The captain had ordered the fo'c'sle to be renovated, with new bunks and a fresh coat of paint to improve the crew's living conditions.

Synonyms

  • Forecastle

Hypernyms

  • Living Quarters
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