B1nountransporttechnology
US/pɔːrt/
UK/pɔːt/
a town or area by the sea where ships stop; also a place on a computer to connect a cable
In context
Hai Phong is one of the busiest ports in northern Vietnam.
The ship will stay in port for two days before sailing to Japan.
My new laptop has only two USB ports, which is annoying.
Words that go with port
noun + preposition
- in portThe ship is in port until Monday.
- port of callOur first port of call was Singapore.
noun + noun
- port cityDa Nang is a busy port city.
- USB portPlug the charger into the USB port.
adjective + noun
- major portIt is a major port for rice exports.