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1 a structure used by boats and ships for taking on or landing cargo and passengers
  • tied the boat up at the pier

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2 an upright shaft that supports an overhead structure
  • a bridge pier

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The first known use of pier was in the 12th century

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“Pier.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pier. Accessed 19 Oct. 2021.

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