Meaning of the word berth in English

What does berth mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

berth

US /bɝːθ/
UK /bɝːθ/
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Noun

1.

a ship's or aircraft's allotted place at a dock, pier, or airport

Example:
The cruise ship secured its berth at the port.
The plane was directed to its designated berth.
2.

a bunk or bed on a ship, train, or other form of transport

Example:
I booked a lower berth for the overnight train journey.
Each cabin on the ship had two comfortable berths.

Verb

1.

moor (a ship) in its berth

Example:
The captain carefully berthed the large vessel.
We watched as the ferry slowly berthed at the terminal.
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