Nautical Term: Booby hatch

Definition of Booby hatch

A booby hatch refers to the cover of a scuttle or small hatchway, commonly found on the forepart of a vessel. For instance, the hatchway leading to the forecastle or forepeak of a ship is protected by a booby hatch.

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