Nautical Term: Poop

Definition of Poop

Poop refers to the structured or raised deck located at the very rear end of a vessel. For instance, in the following sentence, poop is used to describe the section of a ship where the captain’s quarters are located: The captain’s cabin, situated on the poop deck, offered a perfect vantage point to monitor the crew and navigate the treacherous waters ahead.

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