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deck

Pronunciation: [/ˈdɛk/]

Word

Learn how to use deck in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “games”

(noun) a set of playing cards used for games like poker or blackjack. It's a group of cards you hold in your hand or place on a table.

Example

She had a winning hand with a full house in poker, with three queens and two tens in the deck.

Example

I need to shuffle the deck before we start the game.

Example

Do you have a deck of cards to play with?

Context: “transport”

(noun) a flat surface above the main floor of a boat or ship. It's like a floor you can walk on, usually outside.

Example

We enjoyed the view from the deck of the cruise ship as we sailed along the coast.

Example

The storm made it unsafe to be on the deck of the ship.

Example

Is the deck of the boat a good place to watch the sunset?

Context: “construction”

(verb) to decorate or add something to a place in an attractive way. It's like when you're making something look nice.

Example

They plan to deck the hall with colorful balloons and streamers for the party.

Example

We didn't have time to deck out the room for the event.

Example

How will we deck the venue for the celebration?

How to pronounce deck

Pronunciation: [/ˈdɛk/]

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