Dredger (Noun)
Meaning
A barge (or a vessel resembling a barge) that is used for dredging.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The dredger slowly made its way through the shallow waters of the harbor, scooping up sediment and debris as it went.
- A dredger was brought in to deepen the channel and allow larger ships to pass through the port.
- The dredger's massive suction pipe was lowered into the water, creating a whirlpool as it began to dredge the seafloor.
- The dredger was a vital part of the construction project, helping to clear the area of mud and silt.
- As the dredger worked its way along the coastline, it uncovered a hidden reef that had been buried beneath the sand for years.