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end-of-the-pier

end-of-the-pier

1 7.9
At the far end of a seaside pier that has simple shows, cafes and small attractions
  • adjective
  • UK
translation icon : de la punta del muelle
  • On a weeknight I'm pretty much guaranteed my spot at the end of the pier, just past the utility shed.

Examples

  • The carnival at the end-of-the-pier is filled with exciting games and delicious treats.

  • We had stopped at the end of the pier where the rear of the partially submerged submarine was in plain view.

    Fiction book (1996)

  • The block and tackle had been rigged from one of the bollards at the end of the pier.

    Fiction book (1996)

  • Others, especially those whiny-type dads trying to teach their sons to fish, have something else to prove; some need to hang out over the everlasting end of the pier like they're Columbus on the edge of the world.

    Fiction book (1996)

  • Families flock to the end-of-the-pier to enjoy live music and fresh seafood.

  • We spent the afternoon at the end-of-the-pier, watching the dancers and enjoying the vibrant atmosphere.

Surface Forms

end-of-the-pier positive

Etymology

The word end-of-the-pier comes from the image of small shows, cafés and performers at the end of a seaside pier, where holiday visitors watched quick, simple entertainment. So end-of-the-pier describes that kind of easy, seaside show, joke or place you find at the pier's tip.