shipyard

word

Definition

A place where ships are built and repaired.

Usage & Nuances

Most often a large industrial area near water. 'Shipyard' is used mainly for commercial or military ships, not for small boats. Common collocations include 'naval shipyard' and 'shipyard workers'. Rarely used in everyday casual conversation except near a port city.

Example Sentences

The new shipyard is next to the river.

basic

Many people work at the shipyard.

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The shipyard builds large ships.

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His father has worked at the same shipyard for over thirty years.

natural

The city grew quickly after the big shipyard opened.

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You can see the tall cranes from the highway near the shipyard.

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