appontement

French

Etymology

From apponter (to land on an aircraft carrier) +‎ -ment.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /a.pɔ̃t.mɑ̃/
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Noun

appontement m (plural appontements)

  1. landing stage
  2. pier, wharf
    Synonyms: jetée, quai, embarcadère

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