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pier

/pɪə/ /piɹ/

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noun

波止場, 埠頭

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. "

漁船は早朝の漁獲を待って、波止場に停泊していました。

architecture nautical building ocean structure

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noun

桟橋, 突堤

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. "

海の桟橋は、家族のために素晴らしい景色と遊園地の乗り物を提供しました。

architecture entertainment place nautical

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波止場, 桟橋

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

Examples :

"The fishing boat docked at the pier. "

漁船は波止場に停泊した。

architecture nautical building structure ocean

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noun

橋脚

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. "

川にかかる新しい橋は、両側の接続を支える頑丈な橋脚を持っています。

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noun

柱

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. "

石の柱が学校の入り口のアーチを支えていた。

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