pi·lot·house (p  l t-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. |
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.]
Thesaurus Legend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
| Noun | 1. | pilothouse - an enclosed compartment from which a vessel can be navigated 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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