Meaning of the word mooring in English

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

mooring

US /ˈmʊr.ɪŋ/
UK /ˈmɔː.rɪŋ/

Noun

1.

the act of securing a boat or ship to a fixed object, such as a buoy or a dock

Example:
The captain completed the mooring of the vessel.
Strong winds made the mooring difficult.
2.

a place where a boat or ship can be moored

Example:
We found a good mooring near the island.
The harbor has several public moorings.