quay

• Sustantivo que designa una estructura construida paralela a la orilla, generalmente de piedra u hormigón, utilizada para la carga y descarga de barcos.

A noun referring to a structure built parallel to the shoreline, typically of stone or concrete, used for loading and unloading ships.

1. A structure for loading shipsB2formal

   A solid, stationary platform built parallel to the shoreline or along a riverbank, used for loading and unloading ships and boats.

   muelle de carga

   • The cargo was unloaded directly onto the quay.
   • Passengers walked along the quay to board the ferry.
   • Fishing boats are tied up at the quay every morning.

   Sinónimosdockjettylandingpierwharf