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Definition of «porthole»

A porthole is a small, usually circular window on a ship or boat that allows light and air to enter while also providing a view. It can be opened and closed by sliding or rotating it along its axis. The term comes from the nautical term "port," which refers to one of the sides of a vessel.

Usage examples

  1. The ship's cabin had a small porthole through which I could view the vast ocean.
  2. As I sat in the submarine, I watched the underwater world through the porthole.
  3. The old lighthouse had a circular room with a large porthole overlooking the sea.
  4. I opened the porthole in my bedroom to let in some fresh air and enjoy the ocean breeze.
  5. While staying at the beach house, we enjoyed the stunning sunset through the porthole in the living room.

Phrases with «porthole»

Sentences with «porthole»

  • The owners replaced three small porthole windows with large sash windows, allowing plenty of natural light in. (idealhome.co.uk)
  • Meanwhile, on the back panel, the silver stereo speaker grilles sit at each end of the device and, being rounded, metallic and alongside the rounded camera port, look like a set of little portholes on a boat. (knowyourmobile.com)
  • Wenger is more matured than that shoeless portuguese from d porthole of kilmarnock. (justarsenal.com)
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