Definition

An area of land near a dock, often used for shipping, storage, or residential purposes.

Example

The new apartments in the dockland offer beautiful views of the harbor.

Conversation

Have you ever visited the dockland area by the river?

Yeah, I went there last summer, and it was a great experience.

I heard there are some cool cafes in the dockland too.

Absolutely! The views are amazing, especially at sunset.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dockland → The word is formed from "dock" (from Old English *docc*, meaning a structure for loading and unloading ships) and "land" (from Old English *land*, meaning ground or territory). Together, "dockland" refers to the area of land associated with docks, typically where ships are loaded and unloaded.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'dock' as a place where ships come to load and unload, and 'land' as the ground around it. This helps you remember that 'dockland' is the area of land near the docks.

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