Synonyms for

Mooring

Verb / ˈmʊrɪŋ / Another word for mooring — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a place where a boat or ship can be anchored or tied up

Synonyms & similar words

moor slip wharf berth mooringline tieup moorage anchorage dock wharf jetty berth pier quay landing marina harbor haven port roadstead bay cove inlet lagoon estuary fjord sound

Example sentences

  1. The sailor tied the boat to the mooring and went ashore.
  2. The mooring was too small for the large ship.
  3. The harbor master assigned a mooring for each boat.
  4. The boat was damaged when it hit the mooring.
  5. The mooring line snapped in the strong winds.

Quotes

  • I am moored in the middle of the sea, in the midst of perilous dangers.
  • We are anchored to a mooring buoy and have a 360-degree view of the ocean.
  • The harbor was full of boats tied to the moorings.

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