wharves

[US]/[wɑːv]/
[UK]/[wɑːrv]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.A place where ships are loaded and unloaded; a dock.; A structure built along a shore for loading and unloading ships.
n. (plural)Multiple docks or wharfs.

Phrases & Collocations

busy wharves

old wharves

near wharves

docked at wharves

loading wharves

abandoned wharves

along wharves

view from wharves

repaired wharves

modern wharves

Example Sentences

the bustling port had several busy wharves.

cargo ships docked at the wharves to load and unload goods.

fishermen often repair their nets on the wharves.

we watched the ships arrive at the wharves from the top of the hill.

the old wharves were crumbling and in need of repair.

tourists strolled along the wharves, enjoying the sea breeze.

the wharves were lined with warehouses and seafood restaurants.

construction workers reinforced the wharves to withstand storms.

the container ships were carefully maneuvered alongside the wharves.

the wharves provided a vital link for trade and transportation.

we saw seagulls circling above the wharves, searching for food.

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