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piers

/pɪərz/ /pɪrz/

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noun

Причал, пирс

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

Examples :

"Fishermen often stand on the piers to cast their lines into the ocean. "

Рыбаки часто стоят на причалах, чтобы забросить свои удочки в океан.

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noun

Пирс, развлекательный пирс

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

Examples :

"During our summer vacation, we spent many evenings walking along the piers, enjoying the carnival games and live music. "

Во время летних каникул мы провели много вечеров, гуляя по пирсам, наслаждаясь карнавальными играми и живой музыкой.

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noun

Пирсы, причалы

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

Examples :

"The fishing boats were docked along the piers, ready to unload their catch. "

Рыболовные суда стояли у причалов, готовые к разгрузке улова.

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noun

Опоры

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

Examples :

"The heavy bridge relied on strong piers built in the river to hold up the road above. "

Тяжелый мост опирался на прочные опоры, построенные в реке, чтобы удерживать дорогу наверху.

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Столб, пилон

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

Examples :

"The heavy stone archway leading to the garden was supported by two strong, rectangular piers. "

Тяжелая каменная арка, ведущая в сад, поддерживалась двумя прочными прямоугольными столбами.

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