berth synonyms

berth

n.

  1. A bed, especially in a conveyance

    bunk, deck, hammock, upper berth, lower berth, transom berth, bedroom, roomette, sleeping compartment, couchette, shakedown*.

  2. A position

    place, situation, job, employment; see job 1, profession 1.

give a wide berth

keep clear of, evade, stay away (from); see avoid.

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