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Definition dock in American English

dock noun

noun
/dɑk/
1

an enclosed area of water in a port, where ships stay while goods are taken on or off, passengers get on or off, or repairs are done

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anchorage basin berth
1.1

the area in a port where the docks are

Example

These men had always worked on the docks.

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anchorage basin berth
2

the part of a court of law where the person who is accused of a crime stands or sits

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bench bullpen chambers
3

a raised area for loading trucks and trains and removing goods from them

Synonyms and related words
bill of entry bill of lading cargo
Definition dock in American English