double-decker

noun

dou·​ble-deck·​er ˌdə-bəl-ˈde-kər How to pronounce double-decker (audio)
often attributive
: something that is double-deck
a double-decker bus

Examples of double-decker in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web If your stay falls on a Thursday, don’t miss the Jazzy Sunset Cruise aboard the resort’s 60-foot, double-decker catamaran, Miss Babsie. Julia Eskins, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2024 That said, passengers noted that its relatively narrow, single-deck Horizon coach cars have a far different feel than the double-decker Empire Builder and fewer amenities than more modern cars. Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 21 May 2024 There will be several eight-foot, double-decker iron chandeliers with hop design above the lounge area, plus barrel stave double-tiered iron and copper bottomed installed upstairs. Catherine Muccigrosso, Charlotte Observer, 21 May 2024 The double-decker cart measures 5 feet long, offering 10 square feet of storage for your bottles, mixers, fresh florals, garnishes, and seasonal decor. Maria Conti, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2024 The spot is better known as the Rock Island Bridge, a double-decker food, drink, event and gathering spot over the Kansas River, a stone’s throw from the Hy-Vee Arena. Natalie Wallington, Kansas City Star, 18 Apr. 2024 But for traditionalists, try the finger-licking-good Classic, with onion confit, Jack cheese and mayo (which can be ordered as a double-decker burger known as the RosieMac). Brick and Mortar: 3852 Mission Blvd., Mission Beach. Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Apr. 2024 While Alexandra is no longer with us, Rallis, now 96 years old, is still slinging his own recipe of Cincinnati chili, as well as double-deckers and burgers. Keith Pandolfi, The Enquirer, 23 Feb. 2024 The restaurant is known for its Big Boy, double-decker burger, and Slim Jim sandwiches. Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 15 Feb. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1835, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of double-decker was in 1835

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“Double-decker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/double-decker. Accessed 11 Jun. 2024.

Kids Definition

double-decker

noun
dou·​ble-deck·​er
ˌdəb-əl-ˈdek-ər
: something (as a bus or sandwich) having two decks, levels, or layers
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