What is another word for shipyard?
Pronunciation: [ʃˈɪpjɑːd] (IPA) 
A shipyard is a place where ships are built and repaired. It can also be called a boatyard, shipbuilding yard, or maritime yard. Sometimes, it may be referred to as a ship dock or dry dock, depending on the specific activity being carried out. Another alternative word is shipyard facility, which encompasses the entire facility where the ships are built and serviced. The word shipbuilder's yard is also commonly used to describe a shipyard. Finally, the term marine repair yard refers to a facility that specializes in repairing marine vessels. In general, the maritime industry uses multiple synonyms for the word shipyard.
