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An enclosed area of water in a port for the loading, unloading, and repair of ships
“The ship is able to offload a barge at a destination port without stopping to tie up at a busy dock.”
A place where operations are managed
A raised enclosed platform in a church or chapel from which the preacher delivers a sermon
Members of a court of law or the legal profession, collectively
Place for witness testimony
The caudal appendage of an animal that is attached to its posterior
The end of a long object, such as a pencil, cigarette, or similar object
To dock a boat or ship, typically along or near the shore
“Every time the boat attempts to dock, the waves crash against the wharf.”
To reduce or decrease an amount of something
“Although angry that the Government will dock the wages of those who take part, teaching unions have committed to keeping schools open.”
To reduce in extent, duration or quantity
“Perhaps it would be feasible to dock the number of hours the group can work after school.”
To deduct something, such as money, points, etc.
“The judge, with her pen and her clipboard, was able to dock points for the slightest miscalculation.”
To trim or cut off
“Opinions vary as to where to dock the tail and how long the tail stub should be after docking.”
To penalize someone for a punishable offense
To land on solid ground (after being in the water or air)
To come to rest after a descent from above
To remove or take away (something) from (someone)
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