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Meaning of 'Hit the deck'

What does the saying 'Hit the deck' mean?

Idiom: Hit the deck

Meaning:

If you hit the deck, you jump or lie down quickly to avoid danger or detection.

Country: International English | Subject Area: Transport & Travel | Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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