Prepares to disembark, say (5)

I believe the answer is:

docks

(Other definitions for docks that I've seen before include "Cuts short; port features" , "Enclosures where defendants sit" , "Harbours" , "Reduces" , "Removes tail" .)

I've seen this clue in the LA Times.

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