Moorings

Pronunciation: /ˈmʊrɪŋ/

Moorings (noun)

  1. A place where a boat is kept still, usually by ropes or chains fixed to the shore or the seabed.
  2. The rope, chain, or other equipment used to hold a boat in position.
  3. The act of securing a boat so it does not move with wind or waves.

Examples

  • The mooring holds the ship steady in the harbor.
  • A strong mooring keeps the ship tied in place.