Berth — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb /ˈbərth/

Meaning & Definition of Berth

Berth (noun)

  1. sufficient distance for maneuvering a ship
  2. an amount of distance maintained for safety
  3. the place where a ship lies when at anchor or at a wharf

Berth (verb)

  1. to bring (something, such as a ship or automotive vehicle) into a berth
  2. to allot quarters or accommodations to, to allot a berth to
  3. to come into a berth

Berth (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. an assignment at which one regularly works for pay

    "found a berth at a travel agency"

    similar: appointment, billet, capacity, connection, function, job, place, position, post, situation
    related: business, employ, employment, occupation, profession, work, office, spot, calling, pursuit, trade, vocation, line, racket, engagement, gig, livelihood, living, career, lifework, practice, duty, mission, posting, service, task
    near: avocation, joblessness, unemployment

Berth (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in moor, tie up

    similar: moor, tie up, anchor, dock, land, beach, ground, harbor, arrive, reach, show up, turn up, debark, disembark
    opposite: embark, launch, sail

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Berth

The most common words with a similar meaning to Berth:

appointment, billet, capacity, connection, function, job, place, position, post, situation, moor, tie up, anchor, dock, land, beach, ground, harbor, arrive, reach, show up, turn up, debark, disembark

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Berth

Words with the opposite meaning of Berth:

embark, launch, sail

Related Words for Berth

business, employ, employment, occupation, profession, work, office, spot, calling, pursuit, trade, vocation, line, racket, engagement, gig, livelihood, living, career, lifework, practice, duty, mission, posting, service, task

Near Antonyms of Berth

avocation, joblessness, unemployment

Word Forms of Berth

Inflections: berthed, berthing, berths

Origin & Etymology of Berth

Middle English birth, probably from beren to bear + -th

First known use: 15th century

Words & Phrases Containing Berth

give (someone or something) a wide berth

Frequently Asked Questions about Berth

What does "Berth" mean?

"Berth" means sufficient distance for maneuvering a ship. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: sufficient distance for maneuvering a ship. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Berth"?

Other words for "Berth" include appointment, billet, capacity, connection, function, job, place and position. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Berth" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Berth"?

There are 50 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Berth". Common alternatives include appointment, billet, capacity, connection, function, job, place, position, post and situation.

What is the opposite of "Berth"?

Antonyms of "Berth" include embark, launch and sail. Near antonyms include avocation, joblessness and unemployment.

How do you use "Berth" in a sentence?

Examples of "Berth" in a sentence: "found a berth at a travel agency".

Is "Berth" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Berth" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Berth"?

"Berth" is pronounced /ˈbərth/.

What is the origin of the word "Berth"?

"Berth" comes from Middle English birth, probably from beren to bear + -th. First known use: 15th century.