Pier: meaning, definitions and examples

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pier

[ pɪər ]

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structure

A platform supported on pillars or girders projecting out from the shore into a body of water, used as a landing stage for boats.

Synonyms

dock, jetty, wharf

Examples of usage

He stood at the end of the pier, watching the sunset over the ocean.
The fishermen gathered on the pier to unload their catch.

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jewelry

A piece of jewelry that is typically round or oval and worn on the ear.

Synonyms

ear pendant, ear stud, earring

Examples of usage

She wore a beautiful pair of diamond stud earrings in each earlobe.
He gave her a pearl and silver pier as a birthday gift.

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make a hole

To make a hole or opening in something using a sharp object.

Synonyms

bore, penetrate, perforate

Examples of usage

He used a drill to pierce through the metal sheet.
She pierced the balloon with a needle to deflate it.

Translations

Translations of the word "pier" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cais

🇮🇳 घाट

🇩🇪 Pier

🇮🇩 dermaga

🇺🇦 пірс

🇵🇱 molo

🇯🇵 桟橋 (sanbashi)

🇫🇷 jetée

🇪🇸 muelle

🇹🇷 iskele

🇰🇷 부두 (budu)

🇸🇦 رصيف الميناء (rasif almina)

🇨🇿 molo

🇸🇰 mólo

🇨🇳 码头 (mǎtóu)

🇸🇮 pomol

🇮🇸 bryggja

🇰🇿 айлақ

🇬🇪 ნავი (navi)

🇦🇿 bərə

🇲🇽 muelle

Word origin

The word 'pier' originated from the Old French word 'piere', meaning a stone, especially one used in building. It has been used in English since the Middle Ages to refer to a structure projecting into the water, originally for loading and unloading ships. Over time, the word also came to be used in the context of jewelry, specifically earrings. The verb form of 'pier' developed from the concept of piercing through something with a sharp object. Today, 'pier' continues to be a commonly used word in both maritime and jewelry contexts.