Dock Officer

B1 8+

Pronunciation: /dɑk ˈɔfəsər/

Definitions of dock officer

noun a person who oversees the operations and activities at a dock

Example Sentences

A1 The dock officer checked the cargo before it was loaded onto the ship.

A2 The dock officer helped guide the large container ship into the port.

B1 The dock officer is responsible for ensuring all safety protocols are followed during loading and unloading.

B2 The dock officer coordinates with the captain to schedule arrivals and departures of ships.

C1 The dock officer oversees a team of workers to ensure efficient operations at the port.

C2 The dock officer is experienced in handling various types of vessels and managing complex logistics at the port.

Examples of dock officer in a Sentence

formal The dock officer inspected the cargo before allowing the ship to unload.

informal The dock officer checked out the goods before letting them off the boat.

slang The dock officer eyeballed the shipment before giving the green light for unloading.

figurative The dock officer acted as the gatekeeper for the cargo, ensuring everything was in order before proceeding.

Grammatical Forms of dock officer

plural

dock officers

comparative

more dock officer

superlative

most dock officer

present tense

dock officer

future tense

will be dock officer

perfect tense

have been dock officer

continuous tense

are being dock officer

singular

dock officer

positive degree

dock officer

infinitive

to dock officer

gerund

docking officer

participle

dock officer

Origin and Evolution of dock officer

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The term 'dock officer' originated in England during the medieval period when ports and docks were established for maritime activities.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to officials overseeing activities at docks and ports, the term 'dock officer' has evolved to encompass a broader range of responsibilities related to managing and regulating maritime operations.