Definitions
There are 14 meanings of the word
Porting.
Porting - as a noun
A place (seaport or airport) where people and merchandise can enter or leave a country
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
geographic pointgeographical pointHyponyms (Broadly Related)
An opening (in a wall or ship or armored vehicle) for firing through
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
embrasure13porthole13The left side of a ship or aircraft to someone who is aboard and facing the bow or nose
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
larboard11(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)
interface14Hypernyms (Closely Related)
computer circuitHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Porting - as an adjective satellite
Porting - 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
Example Sentences
"The porting process can be time-consuming."
"The company's porting team is responsible for adapting software."
"The porting of data from one system to another must be done carefully."
"The porting of phone numbers to a new service provider is a common practice."
"The porting of telephone systems can result in improved functionality."
Word Game Points
Is PORTING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, porting is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PORTING has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is PORTING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, porting is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPORTING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is PORTING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, porting is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPORTING has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
