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slipway

/ˈslɪp.weɪ/

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noun

/ˈslɪp.weɪ/C1formal
  • ruНаклонная конструкция, ведущая к воде, используемая для спуска судов на воду или для их извлечения из воды для строительства или ремонта.

A sloping structure leading down to the water, used for launching ships or for hauling them out of the water for building or repair.

  1. Ship launching or repair rampC1formal

    A sloping structure that extends into the water, used for launching new ships or for hauling vessels out of the water for repairs and maintenance.

    ruСлип

    • The new fishing boat was gently lowered down the slipway into the harbor.
    • Workers guided the damaged yacht onto the slipway for inspection.
    • The old slipway was reinforced to handle larger cargo vessels.

    Synonymsshipwayslip

Forms
  • slipways plural form
  • slipways' possessive plural form
  • slipway's possessive singular form