Word Noun
seaport
n.
B2 Upper Intermediate US /ˈsiˌpɔɹt/ UK /sˈiːpɔːt/ sea·port UK spelling seaport's, seaport's
Definition
n.a large harbor where ships can dock to load and unload goods. It is a busy place where people and cargo move between the sea and the land.
n.a harbor or port where ships can dock to load and unload cargo. Often used to describe a major commercial hub for maritime trade.
Examples
“The city is a major seaport for international trade.”
“Cargo ships arrive at the seaport every morning to deliver fresh seafood to the local markets.”
“The development of the seaport transformed the coastal town into a global logistics center, attracting thousands of workers and significant investment from international shipping companies.”
Etymology
From sea + port.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
This entry
Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Occasional
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