docks
n. countable B1 Intermediate US //ˈdɑks// UK //dˈɒks// docks
n. a place by the water where ships load and unload goods or passengers. You use this word for the physical area, not just the building.
n. a structure or area on the edge of a river, lake, or sea where vessels load or unload cargo and passengers. Plural in form; often used as a collective singular.
The ship arrived at the docks early.
Workers at the docks loaded containers onto the waiting freighter.
The historic docks have been transformed into a vibrant cultural district, preserving the industrial heritage while accommodating modern leisure activities.