Forehatch

Pronunciation: /fɔːrhætʃ/

Definitions of forehatch

noun a hatch or opening in the deck of a ship leading to the forecastle or other deck below

Example Sentences

A1 The forehatch on the boat was closed tightly.

A2 The sailors opened the forehatch to let in some fresh air.

B1 Make sure to secure the forehatch before the storm hits.

B2 The crew gathered on deck near the forehatch to discuss the upcoming voyage.

C1 The forehatch was damaged during the rough seas and needed immediate repairs.

C2 The captain climbed through the forehatch to inspect the cargo hold below deck.

Examples of forehatch in a Sentence

formal The crew members secured the forehatch before the storm hit.

informal Make sure you close the forehatch to keep the water out.

slang Hey, don't forget to shut the forehatch or we'll all get soaked!

figurative Closing the forehatch symbolizes sealing off the past and moving forward.

Grammatical Forms of forehatch

• plural: forehatches
• comparative: more forehatch
• superlative: most forehatch
• present tense: forehatch
• future tense: will forehatch
• perfect tense: have forehatched
• continuous tense: is forehatching
• singular: forehatch
• positive degree: forehatch
• infinitive: to forehatch
• gerund: forehatching
• participle: forehatched

Origin and Evolution of forehatch

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'forehatch' originated from Old English, where 'fore' means 'in front' and 'hatch' refers to a door or opening.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'forehatch' has retained its original meaning of a hatch or opening at the front of a ship, typically leading below deck. The usage of the word has remained consistent in maritime contexts.