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pier

/pɪə/ /piɹ/

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noun

Anlegestelle, Pier, Kai

A raised platform built from the shore out over water, supported on piles; used to secure, or provide access to shipping; a jetty.

Examples :

"The fishing boats were docked at the pier, waiting for the early morning catch. "

Die Fischerboote lagen am Pier vor Anker und warteten auf den Fang am frühen Morgen.

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Seebrücke, Anlegestelle

A similar structure, especially at a seaside resort, used to provide entertainment.

Examples :

"The seaside pier offered spectacular views and amusement rides for the family. "

Die Seebrücke bot spektakuläre Ausblicke und Fahrgeschäfte für die Familie.

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Anlegestelle, Pier

A structure that projects tangentially from the shoreline to accommodate ships; often double-sided.

Examples :

"The fishing boat docked at the pier. "

Das Fischerboot legte am Pier an.

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Pfeiler

A structure supporting the junction between two spans of a bridge.

Examples :

"The new bridge over the river has a sturdy pier supporting the connection between the two sides. "

Die neue Brücke über dem Fluss hat einen stabilen Pfeiler, der die Verbindung zwischen den beiden Seiten trägt.

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Pfeiler, Stützpfeiler

A rectangular pillar, or similar structure, that supports an arch, wall or roof, or the hinges of a gate.

Examples :

"The stone pier supported the archway of the school entrance. "

Der steinerne Pfeiler trug den Bogen des Schuleingangs.

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