WorldAugust 15, 2026

quay

KEE

Definition

A stone or metal platform lying alongside or projecting into water for loading and unloading ships.

Etymology

The word originates from the Middle English 'key' and the Old French 'cai,' eventually derived from the Gaulish 'cagio' meaning an enclosure or fence.

In the news

The article uses the word to describe the specific location within the Port of Mokha where Houthi missiles struck, damaging equipment used to deepen the navigation channel.

Yemen government vows response after Houthi missiles hit Mokha

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The New Arab

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