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Definition of docklands

docklands

/ˈdɑːk.ləndz/
dock · lands
Plural:docklands
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• noun

1

British A riverine or coastal district in a town or city containing docks, wharves, and associated warehouses or redeveloped waterfront properties.

Example

"The city's historic docklands have been transformed into a vibrant neighborhood of apartments, museums, and cafes."

2

British An area in east and southeast London, England, along the River Thames, formerly part of the Port of London and now a major commercial and residential district (usually capitalized as Docklands).

Example

"Many major financial institutions relocated their offices to the London Docklands during the late twentieth century."

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• Nearby Words

docket
dockhand
dockland
docklands
dockmaster
dockside
dockworker

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Docklands. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/docklands
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