decker
/ˈdɛkər/Definitions
1. noun
A person who builds or repairs decks, especially on ships.
“The shipwright was a skilled decker who had worked on many vessels.”
2. noun
A layer or stratum of something, especially a layer of food or a layer of a building.
“The chef carefully stacked the layers of lasagna to create a perfect decker.”
3. noun
A type of trailer or a vehicle with an open bed, especially a large truck.
“The moving company used a decker to transport the heavy furniture.”
4. noun
A type of card game, especially a variant of poker.
“The group of friends gathered to play a game of decker at the weekend.”
5. verb
To build or repair decks, especially on ships.
“The ship was deckered over the winter to protect it from damage.”