Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
seaport
noun
/ˈsiːpɔːrt/
Definition
A location along the coast that provides a harbor for ships and facilitates maritime shipping and trade.
Examples
- The cargo was delivered to the seaport before being shipped overseas.
- New York City is home to one of the busiest seaports in the world.
- Many companies choose to export their goods through the local seaport due to its strategic location.
Meaning
Seaport refers to a coastal town or city where ships dock to load and unload cargo and passengers.
Synonyms
- harbor
- port
- dock
- marina
