MOORING


Meaning of MOORING in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ mʊərɪŋ ]

( moorings)

1.

A mooring is a place where a boat can be tied so that it cannot move away, or the object it is tied to.

Free moorings will be available.

N-COUNT

2.

Moorings are the ropes, chains, and other objects used to moor a boat.

Emergency workers fear that the burning ship could slip its moorings.

N-PLURAL

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