Definition

The land next to a structure where ships are loaded and unloaded, often found in ports.

Example

The children played by the quayside, watching the boats come and go.

Conversation

Have you been to the quayside lately?

Not recently, but I remember it being really lively.

Yeah, especially with all those food stalls by the water.

Exactly! It's such a nice place to hang out on a sunny day.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Quayside is formed from "quay" (from Old French *kai*, meaning a platform or structure on the shore) and "side" (from Old English *sīde*, meaning the lateral part of something). The word "quayside" refers to the area or side of a quay, typically where ships dock and goods are loaded or unloaded.

Memory Tip

Imagine a platform by the water where ships come to rest — that's the quayside, where the quay is the structure and the side is the area next to it.

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