Andockstation

docking station (for ferries or spacecraft)

noun AHN-dok-shta-tsyohn Rare

Also means

berth for ferries

Usage Note

Andockstation is used for ferry or shuttle terminal berths where vessels dock. Less technical contexts use it for any designated docking point at a harbor.

Examples

"Die Fähre manövrierte langsam an die Andockstation."

Natural Translation

The ferry maneuvered slowly toward the docking station.

Literal Translation

The ferry maneuvered slowly to the docking station.

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