Definitions
wharf
- Referring to a platform or structure built along the shore for loading and unloading ships. - Describing a location where boats can dock and unload cargo or passengers. - Talking about a place where fishing boats or commercial vessels can moor.
- Describing a structure extending into the water from the shore, used for docking boats or ships. - Referring to a platform or jetty used for recreational activities such as fishing or sightseeing. - Talking about a location where boats can dock and passengers can embark or disembark.
List of Similarities
- 1Both are structures built along the shore.
- 2Both are used for docking boats or ships.
- 3Both are used for loading and unloading cargo or passengers.
- 4Both can be used for recreational activities such as fishing or sightseeing.
- 5Both are located near bodies of water.
What is the difference?
- 1Size: Wharves are typically larger and longer than piers.
- 2Function: Wharves are primarily used for commercial purposes, while piers are often used for recreational purposes.
- 3Location: Wharves are usually located in industrial areas or ports, while piers are often found in tourist areas or near beaches.
- 4Construction: Wharves are usually made of concrete or steel, while piers can be made of wood or other materials.
- 5Accessibility: Piers are often more accessible to the public than wharves, which may have restricted access due to security concerns.
Remember this!
Wharf and pier are both structures built along the shore for docking boats or ships and loading and unloading cargo or passengers. However, wharves are typically larger and used for commercial purposes, while piers are often smaller and used for recreational purposes. Additionally, wharves are usually located in industrial areas, while piers are often found in tourist areas or near beaches.
