berthed (B2)
noun
Pronunciation: /bɜːθ/
Definition
A designated space where a ship or boat can be moored, or a bunk or sleeping place on a ship, train, or other vehicle.
Examples
The cruise ship slowly maneuvered into its assigned berth at the busy port.
On the overnight train, I managed to secure a comfortable upper berth for my journey.
The captain requested a deeper berth for the large cargo vessel carrying heavy machinery.
How to Use berthed
- give a wide berth (idiom)
- To avoid someone or something. — "It's wise to give that area of the city a wide berth after dark."
- berth at (prepositional phrase)
- To moor a ship at a specific location. — "The ferry will berth at pier 7."
- berth for (prepositional phrase)
- A space or position for someone/something. — "Is there a berth for my bicycle on the train?"
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