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(fore-cas-tle) 3 syllables

Definition

noun. the living area for the crew in the front part of a ship

Example Sentence

The sailor went to the forecastle to rest.

Synonyms

front of ship; crew living quarters; crew quarters

Antonyms

back of ship

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forecastle
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