Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

dockhand

noun

/ˈdɒk.hænd/

Definition

A dockhand is a worker who is employed at a dock or port to help load and unload goods from ships.

Examples

After years of work as a dockhand, he became skilled in operating heavy machinery.
The dockhands worked tirelessly to ensure that the cargo was delivered on time.
During busy shipping seasons, the demand for dockhands often increases significantly.

Meaning

The term refers to a laborer who performs various tasks related to the handling of cargo at a shipping dock, including loading and unloading containers, securing freight, and maintaining the docking area.