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berthed

 

[ ˈbɜrθd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

nautical context

Berthed refers to the act of securing a ship or boat at a dock or wharf. This often involves the ship being tied up to a berth for loading, unloading, or safe harbor when not in operation. The term is commonly used in shipping and maritime industries.

Synonyms

dock, moor, tie up

Examples of usage

  • The cargo ship was berthed at the port for repairs.
  • After a long journey, the yacht berthed safely in the harbor.
  • The fishing boat was berthed alongside the pier.

Translations

Translations of the word "berthed" in other languages:

🇵🇹 atracado

🇮🇳 बर्थ किया गया

🇩🇪 liegend

🇮🇩 berlabuh

🇺🇦 причалений

🇵🇱 zacumowany

🇯🇵 停泊した

🇫🇷 amarré

🇪🇸 atracado

🇹🇷 bağlanmış

🇰🇷 정박된

🇸🇦 مرسوما

🇨🇿 přistavený

🇸🇰 pristavený

🇨🇳 停泊的

🇸🇮 privezan

🇮🇸 böndu

🇰🇿 байланыста

🇬🇪 წარმატებული

🇦🇿 bağlanmış

🇲🇽 atracado

Etymology

The term 'berthed' originates from the word 'berth', which has its roots in the late Middle English period, derived from the Old Norse word 'berð', meaning a place to sleep or a bed. The nautical use of the term emerged in the early 19th century, as ships began to require specific places to dock at ports. Over time, 'berth' evolved to signify not just a sleeping place on a ship, but also a designated location where a vessel is secured at a dock. This shift reflects the growing complexity of maritime transport and the need for more structured harbor operations.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,991 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.