English Explanatory Dictionary

porthole

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A gunport; an opening in the hull of a ship through which cannons are fired.
  2. A circular window set in the hull of a ship.

Pronunciation

/ˈpɔː(ɹ)t.həʊl/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-porthole.wav

Word forms

porthole portholes

Etymology

From port + hole.

Synonyms

bullseye scuttle

Derived words

portholed portholelike portholing
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