First Known Use: before 12th century
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1starboard
noun star·board \ˈstär-bərd\
: the side of a ship or aircraft that is on the right when you are looking toward the front
Full Definition of STARBOARD
: the right side of a ship or aircraft looking forward — compare port
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Origin of STARBOARD
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2starboard
adjective
Definition of STARBOARD
: of, relating to, or situated to starboard
First Known Use of STARBOARD
15th century
3starboard
transitive verb
Definition of STARBOARD
: to turn or put (a helm or rudder) to the right
First Known Use of STARBOARD
1598
STARBOARD[1] Defined for Kids
starboard
noun star·board \ˈstär-bərd\
Definition of STARBOARD for Kids
: the right side of a ship or airplane looking forward
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