pier
Significado (English)
- A raised platform built from the shore out over water, supported on piles; used to secure, or provide access to shipping; a jetty.
- A similar structure, especially at a seaside resort, used to provide entertainment.
- A structure supporting the junction between two spans of a bridge.
- A rectangular pillar, or similar structure, that supports an arch, wall or roof, or the hinges of a gate.
Synonyms
landing-stage
landing place
staithe
supporting pillar
post column
protecting mole
landing for boats
water terminal
bridge pier
WARF
quay shipside
lally column
pillar of strength
brace strut
support stand
support pillar
supporting block
supporting column
stand leg
supporting strut
strut rod
prop mainstay
support leg
support post
Frecuencia
Pronúnciase como (IPA)
/pɪə(ɹ)/
Etimoloxía (English)
In summary
From Middle English pere (“bridge pillar”), from Medieval Latin pera, from Old Northern French pire (“breakwater”), from Vulgar Latin *petricus, from Latin petra, from Ancient Greek πέτρα (pétra, “stone”).
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