Wharf·ing, n.
  1. Wharfs, collectively.
  2. Hydraul. Engin. A mode of facing sea walls and embankments with planks driven as piles and secured by ties.
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  Wharf v. t. [imp. & p. p. Wharfed p. pr. & vb. n. Wharfing.]
  1. To guard or secure by a firm wall of timber or stone constructed like a wharf; to furnish with a wharf or wharfs.
  2. To place upon a wharf; to bring to a wharf.
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