DECKHAND - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Noun

a member of a ship's crew who performs manual labor

Categories: Mariner, Seaman, Tar, Jack-tar, Jack, Old salt, Seafarer, Gob, Sea dog

Synonyms

Deckhand, Roustabout

🔗 Related Words

deck – A related word in the same word family.

hand – A related word in the same word family.

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Words that End with ND ⬅️

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