port
/pˈɔrt/
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Definitions
Adjective Satellite
located on the left side of a ship or aircraft
Noun
a place (seaport or airport) where people and merchandise can enter or leave a country
Noun
sweet dark-red dessert wine originally from Portugal
Noun
an opening (in a wall or ship or armored vehicle) for firing through
Noun
the left side of a ship or aircraft to someone who is aboard and facing the bow or nose
Noun
(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)
Verb
put or turn on the left side, of a ship; "port the helm"
Verb
bring to port; "the captain ported the ship at night"
Verb
land at or reach a port; "The ship finally ported"
Verb
turn or go to the port or left side, of a ship; "The big ship was slowly porting"
Verb
carry, bear, convey, or bring; "The small canoe could be ported easily"
Verb
carry or hold with both hands diagonally across the body, especially of weapons; "port a rifle"
Verb
drink port; "We were porting all in the club after dinner"
Verb
modify (software) for use on a different machine or platform
More General Terms
alter
booze
carry
change
computer circuit
drink
fortified wine
fuddle
geographic point
geographical point
land
modify
opening
set down
side
transport
turn