Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
embarcadero
noun
/ɛmˌbɑːr.kəˈdɛə.roʊ/
Definition
A place where boats are moored and cargo is loaded or unloaded.
Examples
- The city’s embarcadero is bustling with tourists and fishermen.
- We took a stroll along the embarcadero to enjoy the sunset over the water.
Meaning
Specifically refers to a dock or port area where ships can dock to facilitate the movement of goods and passengers.
Synonyms
- dock
- wharf
- pier
