What is another word for the dock?
Pronunciation: [ðə dˈɒk] (IPA) 
"The dock" refers to a structure built on the edge of a body of water where boats can be moored or loaded and unloaded. Some synonyms for "the dock" include jetty, pier, wharf, quay, waterfront, and marina. A jetty is a structure of rocks or concrete built to protect a harbor or shoreline and often used for fishing. A pier is a long, raised platform that extends out over the water and is used for docking ships and boats. A wharf is a structure along the shore where ships and boats can load and unload cargo. A quay is a solid embankment or wall along a harbor used to load and unload ships. A waterfront is an area along the edge of a body of water used for recreational and commercial purposes. A marina is a place where boats can be docked and stored in a protected basin.
