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Deadlight Definition & Meaning

deadlight
noun
  1. a strong shutter over a ship's porthole that is closed in stormy weather

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Frequently asked questions

What does deadlight mean?
a strong shutter over a ship's porthole that is closed in stormy weather
What part of speech is deadlight?
Deadlight is a noun.

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