dock
Pronunciation: [dɒk]
Word
Context: "transportation"
(noun) a place by the water where boats and ships can come to get loaded or unloaded. It's like a parking lot for boats.
Example
The cargo ship arrived at the dock to unload its goods.
Example
There was no dock available, so the boats had to stay out at sea.
Example
Where is the closest dock for the fishing boats?
Context: "transportation"
(verb) to bring a boat or ship into the dock to either load or unload things. Imagine parking your car in a garage; you need to bring the boat to the dock safely.
Example
The captain decided to dock the boat for the night.
Example
They couldn't dock the boat because the waves were too strong.
Example
Can we dock the boat at that harbor?
Context: "technology"
(verb) to connect a device, like a smartphone or laptop, to a larger system or station for charging or use. It's like plugging in your toy to make it work again.
Example
I will dock my tablet to charge it overnight.
Example
My phone did not dock properly, so it didn't charge.
Example
Did you remember to dock your laptop when you got home?
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