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noun
A gunport; an opening in the hull of a ship through which cannons are fired.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: archaic
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Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
noun
A circular window set in the hull of a ship.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: nautical, transport
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Synonyms: bullseye, scuttle
Antonyms: none provided
noun
an opening (in a wall or ship or armored vehicle) for firing through
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Synonyms: port, embrasure
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: opening
noun
a window in a ship or airplane
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: window
History
From port + hole.
Across languages
29 source translations are retained for this English entry.
