Quay

Pronunciation:/kiː/
ENZH

Quick Translations

  • 码头
  • 栈桥

Definitions

noun

Definition

A structure on the shore of a harbor where ships may dock to load and unload cargo or passengers.

In ZH

在港口岸边的结构,船只可以停靠以装卸货物或乘客。

Examples

  • The goods were unloaded from the ship at the quay.
  • We sat on the quay and watched the boats go by.
  • The quay was busy with dockworkers and trucks.
  • She met her friend at the quay to board the ferry.
  • The city built a new quay to accommodate larger ships.