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docked

 

[ dɒkt ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

marine terminology

Docked refers to the action of bringing a ship or boat into a dock for loading, unloading, or maintenance. This process involves securing the vessel to prevent movement, allowing it to safely interact with the dock facilities.

Synonyms

berth, moored, tied up.

Examples of usage

  • The ship was docked for repairs.
  • After a long voyage, the yacht docked at the marina.
  • The cargo vessel is scheduled to be docked for a week.
  • We watched as the ferry docked at the terminal.
Context #2 | Verb

computing terminology

In computing, docked means to attach a window or application to a specific area of the screen, often for easy access and organization. This allows the user to keep the application readily available while using other parts of the workspace.

Synonyms

anchored, attached, secured.

Examples of usage

  • I docked the application on the right side of the screen.
  • He prefers to have his email client docked for quick access.
  • You can dock multiple windows in your workspace.
  • The video editor was docked to the main interface.

Translations

Translations of the word "docked" in other languages:

🇵🇹 atracado

🇮🇳 डॉकड

🇩🇪 angekoppelt

🇮🇩 berlabuh

🇺🇦 пришвартований

🇵🇱 przycumowany

🇯🇵 停泊した

🇫🇷 amarré

🇪🇸 atracado

🇹🇷 bağlanmış

🇰🇷 접안된

🇸🇦 مربوط

🇨🇿 připojený

🇸🇰 pripojený

🇨🇳 停靠的

🇸🇮 privezan

🇮🇸 festur

🇰🇿 байланған

🇬🇪 დოკირებული

🇦🇿 bağlanmış

🇲🇽 atracado

Etymology

The term 'dock' originates from the early Middle English word 'doc', which is derived from the Old French 'docque', meaning 'to make fast or secure', associated with the action of placing a ship in a harbor. Its etymological roots can be traced back to the Latin word 'duccia', meaning 'to lead or guide', reflecting the concept of guiding a vessel to a safe position. The use of 'docked' in a computing context has emerged more recently, paralleling the physical docking of ships with the organization of digital applications. As technology has advanced, this dual meaning has become commonplace, showcasing the word's adaptability in modern language.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,205, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.