Three-decker (Noun)
Meaning 1
Any ship having three decks.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The HMS Victory was a large three-decker warship of the British Royal Navy during the late 18th century.
- The three-decker man-of-war was an awe-inspiring sight to behold, with its towering masts and gleaming brass cannons.
- In the late 18th century, the three-decker was the heaviest-armed and the most significant warship design in Europe.
- The three-decker HMS Bellerophon played an important role in the Napoleonic Wars as a flagship for several British admirals.
- With its innovative designs and impressive firepower, the three-decker became the standard for warships in the Age of Sail.
Meaning 2
Made with three slices of usually toasted bread.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
Synonyms
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Meaning 3
A warship carrying guns on three decks.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.