Definitions
Doc is a shortened form of the word 'doctor', which refers to a medical practitioner who treats illnesses and injuries.
Example
I need to see the doc about my back pain.
Example
The doc prescribed some medication for my cold.
Dock is a noun that refers to an area of water in a port where ships are loaded, unloaded, or repaired. It can also be used as a verb meaning to bring a ship into a dock.
Example
The boat was tied up at the dock.
Example
We had to dock the ship to repair the hull.
Tips To Remember the Differences
Here are a few tips to easily distinguish the difference between these words while keeping in mind the description we've provided:
To remember the difference between these two words, associate doc with medical treatment, and dock with ships and ports.
Remember this!
Remember, doc is short for doctor, while dock is a place where ships are loaded, unloaded, or repaired.
