What is another word for drydock?
Pronunciation: [dɹˈa͡ɪdɒk] (IPA) 
Drydock is a term commonly used in the marine industry to refer to a facility where ships are repaired, maintained, and constructed. Synonyms for drydock include graving dock, shipyard, boatyard, marine yard, pier, and slipway. A graving dock is a specific type of drydock that is designed to allow ships to be dry-docked and held above water level, while a slipway is inclined to allow ships to be launched into the water or moved out of drydock. Shipyard and marine yard are more general terms that could refer to any location where ships are repaired or built. Pier is a structure that extends into the water from a shore to allow ships to dock, while a boatyard is a location where smaller boats are stored and maintained.
