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PORT

(noun, adj.sat, verb, adj.)

Definitions

There are 15 meanings of the word Port.

How to pronounce port:

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Port - as a noun

A place (seaport or airport) where people and merchandise can enter or leave a country

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
geographic pointgeographical point
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Sweet dark-red dessert wine originally from portugal

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
port wine

An opening (in a wall or ship or armored vehicle) for firing through

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
embrasureporthole

The left side of a ship or aircraft to someone who is aboard and facing the bow or nose

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
larboard

(computer science) computer circuit consisting of the hardware and associated circuitry that links one device with another (especially a computer and a hard disk drive or other peripherals)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
interface
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
computer circuit
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Port - as an adjective satellite

Located on the left side of a ship or aircraft

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
larboard

Port - as a verb

Put or turn on the left side, of a ship

Example: "Port the helm"

Bring to port

Example: "The captain ported the ship at night"

Land at or reach a port

Example: "The ship finally ported"

Turn or go to the port or left side, of a ship

Example: "The big ship was slowly porting"

Carry, bear, convey, or bring

Example: "The small canoe could be ported easily"

Carry or hold with both hands diagonally across the body, especially of weapons

Example: "Port a rifle"

Drink port

Example: "We were porting all in the club after dinner"

Modify (software) for use on a different machine or platform

Port - as an adjective

Of or relating to port, the left-hand side of a vessel when facing the bow.

Example: "On the port side"

Example Sentences

"The ship arrived at the port early in the morning."
"The city's main port is responsible for importing and exporting goods."
"The cruise liner docked at the port and passengers started disembarking."
"The sailor had his homecoming at the naval port after months at sea."
"The port authority is responsible for maintaining and regulating the harbor."
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Word Game Points

Is PORT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, port is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PORT has a SCRABBLE points total of 6.

Is PORT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, port is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PORT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 7.

Is PORT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, port is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PORT has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.

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