deck-cargo

The crew secures the deck-cargo with sturdy ropes.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • Cargo carried on the deck of a ship: "deck-cargo" refers to goods or freight that is stowed and transported on the open deck of a vessel, rather than in the hold below. This type of cargo is often exposed to weather and sea conditions.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The shipping company insured the deck-cargo separately because it was vulnerable to storms. (Goods stored on the ship's deck.)
  • Containers and heavy machinery are commonly shipped as deck-cargo. (Items placed on the deck for transport.)

Advanced Usage

• "deck-cargo clause": a specific provision in a marine insurance policy or bill of lading that governs the terms and risks associated with cargo carried on deck.
  • The contract included a deck-cargo clause to limit liability for damage caused by seawater. (A legal clause addressing deck-stowed goods.)

Variants and Related Words

• Deck (n): the flat surface of a ship that covers the hull.

  • The sailors cleaned the deck every morning. (The ship's floor area.)

• Cargo (n): goods carried in a ship, aircraft, or vehicle.

  • The cargo was unloaded at the port. (Freight transported.)

Synonyms

• On-deck freight: goods stowed on the deck.
• Deckload: the load placed on a ship's deck.

Related Idioms

• "Clear the deck": to prepare for action by removing obstacles or clutter.

  • Before loading the deck-cargo, the crew had to clear the deck of all loose equipment. (Remove items from the deck.)

• "Deck the halls": to decorate a place festively (unrelated to shipping).

  • They decked the halls with boughs of holly. (Decorate for celebration.)

Phrasal Verbs

• Deck out: to dress or decorate elaborately.
  • The ship was decked out with flags for the festival. (Decorated extensively.)