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Definition of forecastle
1 : the forward part of the upper deck of a ship
2 : the crew's quarters usually in a ship's bow
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First Known Use of forecastle
15th century
FORECASTLE Defined for English Language Learners
forecastle
playDefinition of forecastle for English Language Learners
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: the front part of the upper deck of a ship where the sailors usually live
FORECASTLE Defined for Kids
forecastle
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1 : the forward part of the upper deck of a ship
2 : quarters for the crew in the forward part of a ship
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