pier

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Noun

1. A [[raise]]d [[platform]] built from the [[shore]] out over [[water]], supported on [[pile]]s; used to [[secure]], or provide [[access]] to [[shipping]]; a [[jetty]].
2. A similar [[structure]], especially at a [[seaside resort]], used to provide [[entertainment]].
3. A [[structure]] [[supporting]] the [[junction]] between two [[span]]s of a [[bridge]].
4. {{senseid|en|architectural support}} {{lb|en|architecture}} A [[rectangular]] [[pillar]], or similar structure, that supports an [[arch]], [[wall]] or [[roof]], or the hinges of a gate.
5. {{lb|en|air transport}} A long [[corridor]]-like building with multiple [[gate]]s extending from an [[airport]] [[terminal]].

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