/ pɪə(r); NAmE pɪr/ noun
1.
a long structure built in the sea and joined to the land at one end, often with places of entertainment on it
2.
a long low structure built in a lake, river or the sea and joined to the land at one end, used by boats to allow passengers to get on and off
SYN landing stage
3.
( technical ) a large strong piece of wood, metal or stone that is used to support a roof, wall, bridge, etc.
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WORD ORIGIN
Middle English : from medieval Latin pera , of unknown origin.