port

Definition

  • noun: a town or city where ships stop to load and unload cargo
  • noun: a place where ships may ride secure from storms
  • verb: to turn or put (a helm) to the left
  • used chiefly as a command
  • synonyms: haven

Examples

  • “I know she's lonely, but I can't believe she's going out with that guy.” “Well, you know what they say: 'any port in a storm'.”

  • The ship is now in 'port' but will be leaving 'port' soon.

  • The island is a busy 'port of call'.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) - He will die tonight, Khaleesi. - He can't. He can't. I won't let him. Even a queen doesn't have that power. We must go quickly. I've heard there's a good port in Asshai. - I won't leave him. - He's already gone, Khaleesi. Doth... Even if... Even if he dies... (..)
    2011 TvShow: Game of Thrones Title: Baelor Season: 1 Episode 9