Definition of forecastle
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:the forward part of the upper deck of a ship
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: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
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Definition 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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fore·cas·tle
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Definition of forecastle for Students
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:the forward part of the upper deck of a ship
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:quarters for the crew in the forward part of a ship
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