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dock

/dɒk/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does dock mean?

noun, verb

A structure built on the water, typically for boats or ships. To remove the hull of a ship from the water and place it on land for repair or maintenance.

Example

"The dock was bustling with activity as sailors loaded cargo onto the ships."

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