wharf

/wˈɔrf/

Explore definitions, synonyms, and language insights of wharf

Definitions

Noun
a platform built out from the shore into the water and supported by piles; provides access to ships and boats
Verb
provide with a wharf; "Wharf the mouth of the river"
Verb
store on a wharf; "Wharf the merchandise"
Verb
discharge at a wharf; "wharf the passengers"
Verb
come into or dock at a wharf; "the big ship wharfed in the evening"
Verb
moor at a wharf; "The ship was wharfed"

More Specific Terms