What is another word for deck-house?
Pronunciation: [dˈɛkhˈa͡ʊs] (IPA) 
Deck-house is a term used to describe a structure on a ship's deck that provides shelter and accommodation for the crew. However, there are several other terms that can be used as synonyms for deck-house such as companionway, cabin, bridge, and cockpit. A companionway refers to a steep staircase leading from a ship's deck to the cabin below. A cabin is a small room or compartment used for sleeping and living aboard a ship. The word bridge refers to the highest point on a ship where the captain or pilot stands to navigate the vessel. Lastly, the cockpit is a small space on a ship's deck from which the navigational instruments are controlled.
