Meaning of the word "loading dock" in English

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

loading dock

US /ˈloʊdɪŋ dɑk/
UK /ˈləʊdɪŋ dɒk/
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Noun

a platform at a warehouse or factory where goods are loaded and unloaded from trucks or other vehicles

Example:
The delivery truck backed up to the loading dock.
Workers were busy moving crates onto the loading dock.