sundeck

noun

sun·​deck ˈsən-ˌdek How to pronounce sundeck (audio)
1
: the usually upper deck of a ship that is exposed to the most sun
2
: a roof, deck, or terrace for sunning

Examples of sundeck in a Sentence

the girls spent the afternoon reading and tanning on the sundeck
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The festivities were held on the hotel’s sundeck patio, where drinks and birthday cake were served. Brittany Carloni, The Indianapolis Star, 19 July 2024 That doesn't mean the Unwind lacks a proper lying surface entirely, however, as Nissan hitches up a unique towable sundeck for fully horizontal al fresco relaxation. New Atlas, 10 Jan. 2025 Outdoors, the grounds span an acre and host live oak trees draped in Spanish moss and a freeform pool surrounded by a sundeck. Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 2 Jan. 2025 Each overwater residence features a retractable roof above each bed for stargazing, infinity pool, and sundeck engineered at precise angles to ensure complete privacy from neighboring villas. Katie Kiefner, Vogue, 1 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for sundeck 

Word History

First Known Use

1876, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Time Traveler
The first known use of sundeck was in 1876

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“Sundeck.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sundeck. Accessed 11 Feb. 2025.

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