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Term: Orlop Deck

A noun phrase referring to the lowest deck in a ship, typically situated below the waterline, used for stowage of cargo or as living quarters for crew members.

Sense 1:

Noun: The lowermost deck in a vessel, situated beneath the waterline and used for storage of cargo or as crew's quarters.

Usage:

• The sailors stored the barrels of rum in the orlop deck.
• The orlop deck was poorly lit and cramped, making it an uncomfortable place to sleep.
• On the historical sailing ships, the orlop deck was usually where they kept the animals for the duration of the voyage.

Sense 2:

Adjective: Pertaining to the orlop deck.

Usage:

• The sailors climbed down to the orlop deck to check on the cargo.
• The orlop deck hatch was securely closed to prevent the sea from entering.