madrague

/mad.rɑ.g/ or /mad.ˈɡər/

Definitions

1. noun

A small harbor or a place where boats can be repaired and maintained, especially in a Mediterranean port.

“The old town had a madrague where fishermen could keep their boats in good condition.”

2. noun

A small, often artificial, harbor or a place for mooring boats.

“The madrague at the edge of town offered a safe place for sailors to dock their boats.”

Synonyms

  • dock
  • harbor

Antonyms

  • open sea