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docking
This term describes a precise physical alignment and connection between two entities. In maritime and aerospace contexts, it carries a high-stakes connotation of technical accuracy and safety, where a failure in the process can lead to catastrophic structural damage.
In veterinary and technological contexts, the word shifts toward utility or aesthetic modification. When referring to animals, it is often associated with controversy regarding animal welfare and breed standards. In computing, it implies a transition from a mobile state to a stationary, high-performance state.
Meanings
The act of a ship or boat coming to a wharf or pier to load or unload cargo and passengers.
Examples
The cruise ship is currently docking at the port of Naples.
Wait for the docking procedure to complete before opening the airlock.
I wonder if the docking of the new module will be successful this time.
Many kennel clubs have strict rules regarding the docking of tails in puppies.
Is tail docking still common for this specific breed of dog?
Just place the phone in the cradle for docking and charging.
The laptop is docking with the station to access the external monitors.
The captain signaled for a slow approach during the final docking phase.
The spacecraft began its final docking sequence with the international station.
The spacecraft began its final docking sequence with the international station.