that part of the main (or other) deck reserved for honors and ceremonies and as the station of the OOD in port.
The rear part of the uppermost deck on a ship.
The ceremonial location on board ship when the ship is moored or at anchor (It is located close to the brow or accommodation ladder and is the watch station for the Officer of the Deck).
Rear section of the upper deck
rear deck where the helm and wheel are located.
An area of the ship designated by the Commanding Officer where official and ceremonial functions are carried out when the ship is in port.
On large dragonships, an aft deck above the main deck, on top of the aft castle. (See rigging illustration.)
The after part of the upper deck of a ship, usually reserved for officers
The raised deck on the rear of the ship, usually with the wheel.