hatchway

hatchway Definition

hatch·way (hac̸h′wā′)

noun

a covered opening in a ship's deck, through which cargo can be lowered or entrance made to a lower deck
a similar opening in the floor or roof of a building

hatchway Synonyms

hatchway Usage Examples

Adjective modifier

main: As I was stationed but a short distance from the main hatchway, I could catch a glance at all who were carried below.
small: We slipped through the small hatchway into total blackness.
large: Next to the turret base a large hatchway ( 7 ) provides access to the space behind the secondary armament.

Noun used with modifier

fore: All hands took their turn at the pumps, alternately bailing at the fore hatchway.

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