Quayside refers to the area, edge, or physical space immediately next to a quay, dock, jetty, or wharf. It is the paved or solid edge where a ship or boat rests while docked, facilitating the unloading of passengers, cargo, or provisions.

Key Aspects of the Quayside in Sailing:
Positioning: Used to describe where a vessel is moored ("the ship is on the quayside") or where items are placed ("the cargo was on the quayside").

Action: Often involved in "coming alongside," where a vessel maneuvers parallel to the quay to secure itself.

Components: The quayside often features structures like bollards, which are vertical pillars used to make fast (secure) mooring lines.