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Definition of Deckhands
1. deckhand [n] - See also: deckhand
Lexicographical Neighbors of Deckhands
Literary usage of Deckhands
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. The Veto Power of the Governor of Illinois by Niels Henriksen Debel (1917)
"Next to the firemen the deckhands gave most trouble to the vessel owners. ...
The hours of the deckhands were long, often requiring their presence on deck ..."
2. Occupational Outlook Handbook, 1996-1997 by DIANE Publishing Company (1996)
"Prior to departure, the boatswain directs the deckhands to load equipment and
... deckhands use dip nets to prevent the escape of small fish and gaffs to ..."
3. Occupational Outlook Handbook, 1994-1995 by DIANE Publishing Company (1994)
"deckhands use dip nets to prevent the escape of small fish and gaffs to ...
Additionally, deckhands must ensure that the decks are clear and clean at all ..."
4. Decisions of the United States Railroad Labor Board with Addenda and by United States Railroad Labor Board (1921)
"Captains $200.00 Engineers 190.00 Firemen and oilers (licensed) 140.00 Firemen
and oilers (unlicensed) 140.00 deckhands 125. 00 Porters 100.00 Section 2. ..."
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