Word: pierhead
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: pier
head
Definition: The end of a pier farthest from shore.
Morphemes:
Affix: pier
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: A raised platform built from the shore out over water, supported on piles; used to secure, or provide access to shipping; a jetty.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: petra
Language: la
Decoded: petra
PoS: Noun
Meaning: stone, rock
Affix: head
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: The top edge of a sail.