Scupper (Noun)
Meaning
Drain that allows water on the deck of a vessel to flow overboard.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The scupper at the far end of the ship's deck had clogged during the storm, causing water to accumulate.
- During maintenance, the crew checked the scupper to ensure it was clear and functioning properly to prevent water buildup.
- Water began seeping into the ship's lower decks because the scupper on the upper deck was not draining efficiently.
- The design incorporated a scupper system to quickly dispose of excess water on the deck and prevent slipping hazards.
- Heavy waves crashed onto the deck, but the well-designed scupper swiftly directed the water over the sides of the ship.