cais — meaning in English
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English meaning
- harbor noun A sheltered area of water where ships can dock or anchor safely.
- pier noun A raised platform that extends from the shore out over water, used for boats or entertainment.
- quay noun A stone or concrete platform built along water where boats load and unload.
- wharf noun A structure built on a shore or riverbank where ships can dock to load and unload.
Senses
cais is used for these senses in English:
- harbor (countable, nautical) A sheltered expanse of water, adjacent to land, in which ships may anchor or dock, especially 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.
- quay (nautical) A stone or concrete structure on navigable water used for loading and unloading vessels; a wharf.
- wharf (nautical) An artificial landing place for ships on a riverbank or shore.
harbor — full definition
- noun A sheltered area of water where ships can dock or anchor safely.
- verb To provide shelter or refuge for someone or something, including secretly hiding a fugitive.
pier — full definition
- noun A raised platform that extends from the shore out over water, used for boats or entertainment.
- noun A supporting column, such as one holding up a bridge or arch.