drydock

noun, verb — 2 senses

drydock

noun

Etymology From dry + dock.

1

Nautical, Transport A dock that can be drained of water and is used in the repair and construction of ships.

Related terms
caisson

drydock

verb

Etymology From dry + dock.

1

To place (a ship) in a drydock.

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