docks
word · lemma: dock
/ˈdɑks/
dahks
/dˈɒks/
doks
Definition
Docks are areas at the edge of water, like in a harbor, where ships load and unload goods or passengers. "Docks" is the plural form of "dock."
Usage & Nuances
"Docks" is usually used in the plural; refers to multiple spots for ships. Common phrases: "at the docks," "working on the docks." Do not confuse with "dock" (the singular or as a verb meaning to deduct).
Spanish: muelles - embarcaderosPortuguese (BR): docas - caisPortuguese (PT): docas - caisChinese (Simplified): 码头Chinese (Traditional): 碼頭Hindi: गोदियाँArabic: الأرصفةBengali: ডক - জেটি (বন্দরের অংশ)Russian: доки - пристаниJapanese: ドック - 埠頭Vietnamese: bến tàu - cầu cảngKorean: 부두Turkish: rıhtımlar - iskelelerUrdu: گودی - بندرگاہIndonesian: dermaga - pelabuhan
Example Sentences
Many people work at the docks unloading ships.
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The docks are very busy in the morning.
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We took a long walk along the docks and watched the sunset.
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Cargo from all over the world arrives at these docks every day.
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He grew up around the docks, so he knows everyone there.
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The fisherman keeps his boat at the docks.
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