A pier is a structure built over water, usually made of wood or concrete. It extends over the water and provides a platform for people to walk on or dock boats. It is typically found at the edge of a river, lake, or ocean. Full definition
A large number if people claim belief in god (s) because of pier pressure and to get along or profit in the societies they live in. (religion.blogs.cnn.com)
The homes are just 60 - 80 sq. ft. in size, built on pier blocks so that they can be easily fork - lifted onto a trailer and relocated if necessary. (squareonevillages.org)
Stand on any eastern pier at dawn and listen to the surf break over the reef. (belize.com)