Meaning of 'port'

verb

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

Example: "The big ship was slowly porting"

verb

land at or reach a port

Example: "The ship finally ported"

verb

bring to port

Example: "the captain ported the ship at night"

verb

put or turn on the left side, of a ship

Example: "port the helm"

adjective

located on the left side of a ship or aircraft

Synonyms: larboard

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)

Synonyms: interface

noun

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

Synonyms: larboard

noun

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

Synonyms: embrasure porthole

noun

sweet dark-red dessert wine originally from Portugal

Synonyms: port wine

noun

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

verb

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

verb

drink port

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

verb

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

Example: "port a rifle"

verb

carry, bear, convey, or bring

Example: "The small canoe could be ported easily"