Quarterdecker
noun as in strong fondness
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Example:The pirate ship's captain paced the quarterdeck, inspecting the progress of the battle.
Definition:The raised aft area of the upper deck on a ship, from which the ship was sometimes navigated and where the captain's cabin was located.
From quarterdeck
Example:Unfortunately, the high demand for dining space led them to organize a picnic on the quarterdeck, a place more suited to navigation.
Definition:A metaphor for an unexpected and informal gathering, often implying that the setting is not appropriate for the activity, as quarterdecks were designed for navigation and command, not for leisure activities.
From picnic on the quarterdeck
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