码头 — meaning in English

English meaning

• dock noun A structure at a harbour where ships load, unload, or are repaired.
• pier noun A raised platform that extends from the shore out over water, used for boats or entertainment.
• wharf noun A structure built on a shore or riverbank where ships can dock to load and unload.

Senses

码头 is used for these senses in English:

• dock (US, nautical) A fixed structure attached to shore to which a vessel is secured when in port; usually for loading and unloading.
• pier A raised platform built from the shore out over water, supported on piles; used to secure, or provide access to shipping; a jetty.
• wharf (nautical) An artificial landing place for ships on a riverbank or shore.

dock — full definition

1. noun A structure at a harbour where ships load, unload, or are repaired.
2. verb To bring a ship into a dock, or for a spacecraft to connect to another craft or station.
3. verb To deduct an amount from someone's pay or score as a penalty.
4. noun The enclosed area in a courtroom where the accused sits during a trial.
5. noun A weedy plant with broad leaves, traditionally rubbed on nettle stings.

pier — full definition

1. noun A raised platform that extends from the shore out over water, used for boats or entertainment.
2. noun A supporting column, such as one holding up a bridge or arch.

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