Starboard - Meaning, Definition & English Examples
Starboard refers to the right side of a ship or aircraft when facing forward. It is the opposite of port (left side) and is used for navigation and orientation.
Definition:
The right side of a ship or aircraft when facing forward.
Synonyms:
right side, steerboard, dexter
Part of Speech:
noun, adjective
Antonyms:
port, left side
Common Collocations:
starboard side, starboard bow, starboard quarter, starboard tack
Derivatives:
starboarding, starboarded
Usage Tips:
Remember "starboard" refers to the right side; think of "right" and "star" both starting with 'r.'
Common Phrases:
hard to starboard, swing to starboard, steady as she goes on starboard
Etymology:
From Old English "steorbord," combining "steor" (steer) and "bord" (side of a ship).
Examples:
- 1. The captain turned the wheel to starboard.
- 2. Look out for dolphins on the starboard side!
- 3. The ship listed slightly to starboard in the storm.
- 4. He stood by the starboard rail, watching the sunset.