pi·lot·house

(pī′lət-hous′)

n. Nautical

An enclosed area, usually on the bridge of a vessel, from which the vessel is controlled when under way. Also called wheelhouse.

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pi•lot•house

(ˈpaɪ lətˌhaʊs)

n., pl. -hous•es (-ˌhaʊ zɪz)

an enclosed structure on the deck of a ship from which it can be navigated. Also called wheelhouse.

[1840–50, Amer.]

ThesaurusAntonymsRelated WordsSynonymsLegend:

Noun

pilothouse - an enclosed compartment from which a vessel can be navigated

wheelhouse

bridge deck, bridge - an upper deck where a ship is steered and the captain stands

compartment - a partitioned section, chamber, or separate room within a larger enclosed area

conning tower - an armored pilothouse on a warship

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