Dockyard (noun)

1. An area or facility used for building, repairing, or maintaining ships.
2. A shipyard where ships can be docked or anchored to be built, repaired, or maintained.

Origin:

Derived from the dutch word 'dok' which means a dock for ships.

Examples:

1. The dockyard was filled with the sounds of hammers and saws as the workers repaired the damaged ships.
2. The dockyard was a hub of activity as ships arrived and departed for maintenance and repairs.
3. The dockyard was an important center of commerce and industry in the city.
4. The dockyard was a source of pride for the city, as it was one of the largest shipbuilding facilities in the world.
5. The dockyard was the site of a massive explosion that caused widespread damage and loss of life.