sundeck

noun

sun·​deck ˈsən-ˌdek How to pronounce sundeck (audio)
Synonyms of sundecknext
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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Between excursions, the pool, sundeck, board games, cooking classes, open bridge, and captain meet-and-greets help fill the gaps between excursions. Ashlea Halpern, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 June 2026 Heading outside, the sundeck is outfitted with a hot tub, BBQ station, and sunbeds for catching rays. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 11 June 2026 The show’s production designer transformed the hotel into a typical villa, including a fire pit, outdoor gym, pool and sundeck, per CBS News. Francesca Gariano, PEOPLE, 2 June 2026 The Cora Houseboat offers guests the chance to spend the night anchored to the White Barn’s private dock in a bespoke 512-square-foot houseboat, complete with a rooftop sundeck. Jacqueline Dole, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2026 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 13 Jun. 2026.

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