wharfage
- noun
- /ˈwɔrfɪdʒ/
- Archaic
:
muelle
- The cargo was unloaded from the ship and placed on the wharfage for distribution.
Examples
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The old wharfage has been renovated to accommodate larger vessels.
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Cargo was swiftly moved from the trucks onto the wharfage before being loaded onto the ship.
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The port authorities charge a fee for use of the wharfage facilities.
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The old wharfage was rebuilt to accommodate larger vessels.
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Many ships dock at the wharfage during the summer months.
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During the storm, the fishermen tied their boats securely at the wharfage to prevent damage.
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The wharfage at the busy port was bustling with activity as workers prepared for the arrival of cruise ships.
Synonyms
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1.6
A platform by the water where boats tie up to load or unload
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1.4
A long platform that goes out from the shore into the water for boats and people
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2.6
A platform at the edge of the water where boats stop to let people or goods on and off
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6.7
A long platform by the water where ships stop to load and unload
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8.2
A raised path by the water where ships load and unload
A place in a harbor where ships stop for loading, unloading or repairs
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Etymology
Wharfage can also mean the wharf itself, the 'platform' built out into the water where ships load and unload. It comes from wharf meaning 'landing place', so wharfage can mean the place used to load, unload, or store cargo.