Shipyard: meaning, definitions and examples
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shipyard
[ ˈʃɪp.jɑːrd ]
construction site
A shipyard is a place where ships are constructed, repaired, and maintained. It usually features facilities for building and launching both commercial and military vessels. Shipyards are crucial to the maritime industry and play a vital role in national defense and trade.
Synonyms
boatyard, dockyard, marine yard, shipbuilding yard.
Examples of usage
- The shipyard launched its latest cruise liner this week.
- Many workers at the shipyard are skilled welders.
- The old shipyard has been transformed into a modern facility.
- After the accident, the ship was taken to the shipyard for repairs.
Translations
Translations of the word "shipyard" in other languages:
🇵🇹 estaleiro
🇮🇳 नौका निर्माण स्थल
🇩🇪 Werft
🇮🇩 galangan kapal
🇺🇦 верф
🇵🇱 stocznia
🇯🇵 造船所
🇫🇷 chantiers navals
🇪🇸 astillero
🇹🇷 terzi
🇰🇷 조선소
🇸🇦 مصنع السفن
🇨🇿 loděnice
🇸🇰 lodenica
🇨🇳 船厂
🇸🇮 ladjedelnica
🇮🇸 skipasmíði
🇰🇿 кемеж
🇬🇪 გემთმშენებლობა
🇦🇿 gəmiqayırma zavodu
🇲🇽 astillero
Etymology
The term 'shipyard' dates back to the Middle Ages, with roots in Old English, where words related to ships and yards were first documented. The compound word 'ship' stems from the Old English 'scip', which referred to a vessel for transportation over water. Meanwhile, 'yard' originates from the Proto-Germanic word 'gardaz', meaning an enclosed area. Historically, shipyards were often located near coastlines or rivers, utilizing the natural environment for launching vessels into the water. The industrial revolution brought significant changes to shipbuilding practices, leading to the establishment of larger, more organized shipyards, capable of producing ships more efficiently. Today, shipyards are essential components of the global shipping industry, adapting to incorporate modern technology and design.