Synonyms for

Shipyard

Verb / ˈʃɪˌpjɑ:rd / Another word for shipyard — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A place where ships are built or repaired.

Synonyms & similar words

dockyard boatyard marina port wharf boatworks shipworks slipway harbor

Synonyms by register

Formal

dockyard marina naval base shipbuilding facility

Informal

boatyard drydock

Literary

haven port of call

Antonyms

farm mine factory workshop garage studio

Common collocations

  • shipyard worker
  • shipyard crane
  • shipyard industry
  • shipyard construction
  • shipyard repair
  • shipyard operations
  • shipyard safety

Word family

noun shipyard
verb shipbuild

Usage note

A shipyard is specifically a place where ships are built or repaired. While 'dockyard' is a close synonym, 'shipyard' is more common in general usage.

Example sentences

  1. The shipyard is where they build and repair boats.
  2. My dad works at the shipyard.
  3. The shipyard is a busy place with lots of workers.
  4. We took a tour of the shipyard and saw all the boats being built.
  5. The shipyard is located by the water so the boats can be launched easily.

Quotes

  • I was born in a shipyard, probably the only artist in the world who was born in a shipyard. - Alexander Calder
  • The shipyard is a place of great noise, energy and creativity. - Ben Ainslie
  • I went to work in a shipyard and I was determined that I would get out of that shipyard and I did. - Brian Mulroney

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