Definitions
from The Century Dictionary.
- noun A lock situated between the tide-water of a harbor or river and an inclosed basin when their levels vary.
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III. (chap. cii.), and the works were commenced, in the beginning of 1804, by the formation of a dock or basin adjoining the intended tide-lock at Corpach, near Bannavie.
The Life of Thomas Telford Smiles, Samuel, 1812-1904 1867
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The St. Katherine Docks communicate with the river by means of an entrance tide-lock, 180 feet long and 45 feet wide, with three pairs of gates, admitting either one very large or two small vessels at a time.
The Life of Thomas Telford Smiles, Samuel, 1812-1904 1867
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