ляв — meaning in English

English meaning

• left adj On or toward the side of the body where the heart usually sits, opposite of right.
• port noun A town or harbour where ships load, unload, or shelter.
• sinister adj Suggesting evil intent or hidden danger.

Senses

ляв is used for these senses in English:

• port (nautical) Of or relating to port, the left-hand side of a vessel when facing the bow.
• port An opening or doorway in the side of a ship, especially for boarding or loading; an embrasure through which a cannon may be discharged; a porthole.
• port (nautical, aviation, uncountable) The left-hand side of a vessel, including aircraft, when one is facing the front. Used to unambiguously refer to directions relative to the vessel structure, rather than to a person or object on board.
• port (transitive, military) To hold or carry (a weapon) with both hands so that it lies diagonally across the front of the body, with the barrel or similar part near the left shoulder and the right hand grasping the small of the stock; or, to throw (the weapon) into this position on command.
• sinister (heraldry) On the left side of a shield from the wearer's standpoint, and the right side to the viewer.

left — full definition

1. adj On or toward the side of the body where the heart usually sits, opposite of right.
2. adj Relating to left-wing politics.
3. noun Left-wing political parties or supporters considered as a group.

port — full definition

1. noun A town or harbour where ships load, unload, or shelter.
2. noun The left-hand side of a ship or aircraft when facing forward.
3. noun A socket on a computer or device where a cable or peripheral connects.
4. verb To adapt software so it runs on a different platform or system.
5. noun A strong, sweet, fortified red wine traditionally made in Portugal.

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