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larboard Definition and Meaning in English (larboard definition)

noun
Synonyms:port side
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Larboard definition: Larboard is an archaic nautical term referring to the left side of a ship or aircraft when facing forward, which is now universally known as the port side.

Definitions of Larboard

  1. 1noun(archaic)

    Larboard is an archaic nautical term referring to the left side of a ship or aircraft when facing forward, which is now universally known as the port side.

Example Sentences

historical

“In the days of sailing ships, 'larboard' was used to denote the left side of the vessel.”

nautical

“The captain ordered the crew to adjust the sails on the larboard side.”

Synonyms

port side

Antonyms

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Larboard definition: Larboard is an archaic nautical term referring to the left side of a ship or aircraft when facing forward, which is now universally known as the port side.
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'Larboard' translates to 'larboard' in English. Larboard definition: Larboard is an archaic nautical term referring to the left side of a ship or aircraft when facing forward, which is now universally known as the port side.
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