pier
n. countable B1 Intermediate US //ˈpɪɹ// UK //pˈiə// pier
n. a long structure built from the land out over the water. You can walk on it to reach boats or use it for fishing and relaxing.
n. a structure leading from the shore out into a body of water, supported by pillars or piles. It serves as a landing place for vessels, a promenade for entertainment, or a platform for fishing.
We walked to the end of the pier to watch the sunset.
The old wooden pier was renovated last year to include several small shops and a seafood restaurant.
The structural integrity of the Victorian pier was compromised by decades of saltwater corrosion, necessitating a complete replacement of the original iron supports.
Usage
Commonly used with the preposition 'on' when referring to being atop the structure.