Wharf Definition & Meaning
wharf
- noun
- a platform built out from the shore into the water and supported by piles; provides access to ships and boats
- verb
- provide with a wharf; "Wharf the mouth of the river"
- store on a wharf; "Wharf the merchandise"
- discharge at a wharf; "wharf the passengers"
- come into or dock at a wharf; "the big ship wharfed in the evening"
- moor at a wharf; "The ship was wharfed"
"Wharf" in song lyrics
See how wharf is used in real songs:
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"Fisherman's wharf"
Lateef the Truth Speaker — The Wreckoning (full version) -
"residence inn tudor wharf"
AOL — AOL -
"hyatt fisherman's wharf"
AOL — AOL
Words that rhyme with wharf
Usage tips for "wharf"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "wharf" 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 wharf to find words that pair well.