- a round metal cover placed over a ship's porthole in stormy weather
- a window of heavy glass set in the deck or side of a ship
- a skylight made so as not to be opened
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deadlight
noun
- Nautical a. A strong shutter or plate fastened over a ship's porthole or cabin window in stormy weather.b. A thick window set in a ship's side or deck.
- A skylight constructed so that it cannot be opened.
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