Main Entry: ¹berth

Pronunciation: \ˈbərth\

Function: noun

Etymology: Middle English birth, probably from beren to bear + -th

Date: 15th century

1 a : sufficient distance for maneuvering a ship b : an amount of distance maintained for safety <give the fire a wide berth>
2 a : the place where a ship lies when at anchor or at a wharf b : a space for an automotive vehicle at rest <a truck-loading berth>
3 : a place to sit or sleep especially on a ship or vehicle : accommodation
4 a : a billet on a ship b : job, position, place <a starting berth on the team>