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| In ], a '''poop deck''' is a ] that constitutes the roof of a poop cabin built in the ] (rear) part of the superstructure of a ]. | In ], a '''poop deck''' is a ] that constitutes the roof of a poop cabin built in the ] (rear) part of the superstructure of a ]. It is meant to be a vantage point for the Captain or other officers, as the entire ship is often visible from this spot. | ||
| See also the southern ], ]. | See also the southern ], ]. | ||
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In naval architecture, a poop deck is a deck that constitutes the roof of a poop cabin built in the aft (rear) part of the superstructure of a ship. It is meant to be a vantage point for the Captain or other officers, as the entire ship is often visible from this spot.
See also the southern constellation, Puppis.
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