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.”

Synonyms

  • deckhand
  • layer
  • shipwright
  • stratum

Antonyms

  • none