Shipway (Noun)
Meaning 1
Structure consisting of a sloping way down to the water from the place where ships are built or repaired.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The construction company built a large shipway at the new shipyard to facilitate the launch of vessels into the water.
- After several years of use, the shipway required extensive repairs to ensure the safe launch of new ships.
- The historic shipway at the dockyard was carefully restored to its original condition to preserve its cultural significance.
- A large gantry crane was installed over the shipway to provide better access and maneuverability during shipbuilding operations.
- The new shipway was designed with a more gradual slope to allow for the construction of larger vessels.
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Meaning 2
A canal large enough for seagoing vessels.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.