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roadstead

Syllabification: (road·stead)
Pronunciation: /ˈrōdˌsted/

Definition of roadstead

noun

  • a sheltered stretch of water near the shore in which ships can ride at anchor.

Origin:

mid 16th century: from road + obsolete stead 'a place'

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