Definitions
There are 14 meanings of the word
Ports.
How to pronounce ports:
US
Ports - 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)
Ports - as an adjective satellite
Ports - 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
"Cruise ships usually stop at multiple ports during a journey."
"The city's economy heavily relies on its bustling ports."
"The sailor looked forward to exploring the different ports on their journey."
Word Game Points
Is PORTS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ports is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PORTS has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.
Is PORTS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, ports is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPORTS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.
Is PORTS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, ports is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPORTS has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.
