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berthing

|berth/ing|

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/ˈbɜːrθɪŋ/

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/ˈbɜːθɪŋ/

(berth)

place to stay or moor

Base FormPlural3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent Participle
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Etymology
Etymology Information

'berth' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'berthe,' where 'berth' meant 'a place to sleep or rest.'

Historical Evolution

'berthe' transformed into the modern English word 'berth' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'a place to sleep or rest,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a place where a ship is moored.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a place where a ship is moored.

The berthing of the vessel was completed smoothly.

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Verb 1

the act of mooring a ship in its allotted place.

The captain is berthing the ship at the dock.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45