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pier

Pronunciation: [pɪr]

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Learn how to use pier in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “land and water”

(noun) a structure built over the water that people can walk on. It's usually used to help boats dock or for people to enjoy the view and fish.

Example

We walked along the pier and watched the sunset over the water.

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The pier was closed, so we couldn't go fishing like we had planned.

Example

Have you ever been to a pier to watch the boats?

Context: “transportation”

(noun) a place where ships and boats come to load or unload people or goods. It helps in the movement of items between land and water.

Example

The cargo was unloaded from the ship at the busy pier.

Example

There were no ships at the pier today because of the storm.

Example

Which pier does the ferry leave from for the island?

How to pronounce pier

Pronunciation: [pɪr]

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