depot
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Navy set up an ammunition depot to produce rockets for World War II. The town sat near major rail lines, which allowed munitions to be transported to both coasts.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026
Shadi says her father has stopped going for walks after "black rain" fell on him following the nearby oil depot strike.
From BBC • Mar. 15, 2026
The depot is the beating heart of the Iranian oil industry, storing and loading most of its crude oil exports.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 14, 2026
But Mazhar Mahmood, a tanker driver's assistant, said: "The drivers went to the depot today as well, but the depot staff said there is no fuel available."
From Barron's • Mar. 11, 2026
Stepping off the tracks to let it pass, I watched as the engine screeched and ground to a halt at the depot, belching smoke and steam.
From "Cold Sassy Tree" by Olive Ann Burns
Vocabulary lists containing depot
"Night," Vocabulary from the memoir
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
"An Awful Human Trade," Vocabulary from the news article
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Illegal
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
