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WHARVES

\wˈɔːvz], \wˈɔːvz], \w_ˈɔː_v_z]\

Definitions of WHARVES

1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language

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A bank or other erection formed on the shore of a harbour, river, or canal, for the convenience of lading and unlading ships; a quay.

1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language
By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H.

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