between decks
Definition of between decks
: in the space on a ship between decks : belowdecks : below the main deck
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Origin and Etymology of between decks
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between decks
Definition of between decks
1 : the space belowdecks : the space below the main deck
2 : a deck below the main deck; specifically : a raised deck in the hold of a cargo ship
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