Dock Definition
dock
noun
- an enclosure in a court of law where the defendant sits during the trial
- any of certain coarse weedy plants with long taproots, sometimes used as table greens or in folk medicine
- a platform built out from the shore into the water and supported by piles; provides access to ships and boats
- a platform where trucks or trains can be loaded or unloaded
- landing in a harbor next to a pier where ships are loaded and unloaded or repaired; may have gates to let water in or out; "the ship arrived at the dock more than a day late"
- the solid bony part of the tail of an animal as distinguished from the hair
- a short or shortened tail of certain animals
verb
- come into dock; "the ship docked"
- deprive someone of benefits, as a penalty
- deduct from someone's wages
- remove or shorten the tail of an animal
- maneuver into a dock; "dock the ships"
"Dock" in song lyrics
See how dock is used in real songs:
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"I know that once that wind kicks up you and your motors left rope to the dock"
Aesop Rock — Sick Friend -
"One look down and lept off the dock,"
Aesop Rock — The Harbor Is Yours -
"Gold ropes thick as tomb ships use to dock"
Apathy — I Remember...
Words that rhyme with dock
Usage tips for "dock"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "dock" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for dock to find words that pair well.