Word info

all hands on deck

Interjection

Meaning

(nautical) An order, on board ship, for all seamen of all watches to muster on deck immediately; normally shortened to "All hands"

(by extension) A call for everyone to participate in something.
Synonym: all hands to the pump

Source: en.wiktionary.org

Examples

I advise keeping four feet on the floor and all hands on deck. Ann Landers

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