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Learn the specific nautical meaning of deadlight in this concise instructional video. We explore how this heavy metal or wooden cover protects a ship's portholes from the destructive force of waves and debris during severe storms at sea. This lesson covers the essential differences between a deadlight and a portlight, provides common maritime examples, and explains the phrase to batten down the deadlights. Watch this video to master this specialized vocabulary and understand its vital role in ship safety.

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The crew secured the deadlight over the porthole as the storm approached.