sundeck

noun

sun·​deck ˈsən-ˌdek How to pronounce sundeck (audio)
1
: the usually upper deck of a ship that is exposed to the most sun
2
: a roof, deck, or terrace for sunning

Examples of sundeck in a Sentence

the girls spent the afternoon reading and tanning on the sundeck
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This Amazon-exclusive Barbie Malibu Townhouse has a rooftop sundeck, a working elevator, and tons of cute furniture. Clint Davis, People.com, 7 July 2025 Other highlights include luxurious upper deck lounges and a multi-purpose sundeck with a nifty kids’ nest. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 20 June 2025 Huffing and puffing, Wihan gives Harry confusing directions to prioritize cleaning the sundeck first thing in the morning. Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 8 Apr. 2025 The Cipriani’s amenities include a private restaurant (with speakeasy), two resort pools with sundeck, a spa with sauna and treatment rooms, and of course, amazing skyline views. Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 7 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for sundeck

Word History

First Known Use

1876, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Time Traveler
The first known use of sundeck was in 1876

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“Sundeck.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sundeck. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.

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