How to Pronounce "hatchway"

word

ˈhætʃˌweɪ

HATCH-way

hˈætʃweɪ

HATCH-way

Definition

A hatchway is an opening in a floor, wall, or ceiling, often with a cover or door, used to enter or access spaces like basements, ships, or attics.

American English

ˈhætʃˌweɪ

British English

hˈætʃweɪ

HATCH-way

The sailor climbed down the hatchway into the ship's lower deck.

She opened the hatchway to the attic to store some boxes.

The basement hatchway was locked for safety.

Mind the step when you go through the hatchway—it's easy to trip.