Synonyms for

Decker

Verb / ˈdekɜ: / Another word for decker — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a person who works on a deck or a platform, especially on a ship

Synonyms & similar words

dekker thomasdecker decker thomasdekker seaman sailor mariner boatman navigator deckhand mate shipmate helmsman pilot coxswain captain skipper commander officer navigator admiral fleet

Synonyms by register

Informal

bus coach rig

Common collocations

  • double-decker bus
  • two-decker
  • three-decker
  • upper decker
  • lower decker
  • multi-decker

Word family

noun deck

Usage note

Primarily used in the context of vehicles, especially buses, to denote multiple levels or stories. 'Decker' is often used as a suffix (e.g., double-decker).

Example sentences

  1. The decker painted the ship's deck with a fresh coat of paint.
  2. The captain assigned the decker to the night watch.
  3. The decker tied the boat to the dock.
  4. The decker scrubbed the deck with a brush.
  5. The decker checked the ropes and knots before the ship set sail.

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