a place where ships load and unload, and its adjacent town or city.
a place where ships can anchor and take shelter; harbor.
a point at which people and goods can pass through customs and enter a country; port of entry.
a computer outlet for connecting auxiliary equipment that sends or receives data.
a heavy sweet red wine.
to carry (a military weapon) in both hands with the muzzle or blade near the left shoulder and the butt or hilt near the right hip.
the position in which a ported weapon is carried.
one's bearing or carriage; comportment.
a porthole or porthole covering.
an opening through which steam, air, or the like can pass in or out of machinery.
an opening through which a gun or camera can be aimed and operated.
the left-hand side of a ship or aircraft when facing forward. (Cf. starboard.)
of, pertaining to, or located on the left side of a ship or aircraft.
with the left side of the boat facing the wind, as in a sailing tack.
to turn or shift (the helm of a ship) to the left.
to turn or shift (the helm of a ship) to the left.
