adverb
- in or to the area beneath the main deck of a ship
Usage: nautical
Examples
- The sailors went belowdecks to escape the storm.
- Storage compartments are located belowdecks.
- The captain ordered everyone belowdecks during the rough weather.
- We could hear music coming from belowdecks.
- The crew quarters are belowdecks near the engine room.
- Passengers were asked to remain belowdecks until further notice.