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Vocabulary Entry
pier
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A structure built on posts extending over water, used for docking boats or for recreational purposes.
Example Sentences
"We walked along the pier, enjoying the sea breeze."
"The fishing boats were tied up at the pier."
"Children played at the end of the pier, watching the waves."
V
verb
To construct a pier or to support something with a pier.
Example Sentences
"They decided to pier the large boat to the nearby dock."
"The engineers will pier the new bridge to ensure stability."
"She learned how to pier her artwork by showcasing it at the local gallery."