English

port

pɔɹt, po(ː)ɹt, poət, pɔrt, pɔːrt, pɔːt
Meaning: a harbor town or city
Part of Speech: Noun Alternative Readings: po(ː)ɹt, poət, pɔrt, pɔːrt, pɔːt

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Example sentences

Many fishing boats were docked in the small port.
Many fishing boats were docked in the small port.
The company stores its inventory in a large warehouse near the port.
The company stores its inventory in a large warehouse near the port.
Full speed ahead! We need to reach the port by dawn.
Full speed ahead! We need to reach the port by dawn.
Mobile is a port city in Alabama.
Mobile is a port city in Alabama.

Usage Notes

A place on the coast where ships can shelter or dock; can also refer to the left side of a ship.

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