Berth places are areas where boats and ships can dock, moor, or anchor. DOCKS (5 letters) are usually man-made structures that provide access to the water. Wharfs (6 letters) are similar to DOCKS but are typically built on a larger scale. Slips (5 letters) are narrow channels of water between two DOCKS. QUAYS (5 letters) are also similar to DOCKS but are usually made of stone or concrete. BASINS (6 letters) are large areas of water surrounded by DOCKS and wharfs. Piers (5 letters) are long, narrow structures that extend out into the water. All of these berth places provide a safe and secure area for boats and ships to dock.