decks
n. countable A2 Elementary US //ˈdɛks// UK //dˈɛks// decks
n. the flat, wooden or metal floors on a ship or boat. You can also use this word for the wooden floors built outside a house for sitting and relaxing.
n. the horizontal platforms that form the floors of a ship or vessel; also refers to flat, timber-framed outdoor platforms attached to a building.
We sat on the wooden decks to watch the sunset.
The luxury cruise ship features several open decks where passengers can enjoy the ocean breeze and swim in the pools.
While the lower decks were reserved for cargo and machinery, the upper levels were designed with expansive promenades to accommodate the social requirements of first-class travelers.
Usage
Commonly used in the plural when referring to the various levels of a large ship.