přístav — meaning in English
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English meaning
Senses
přístav is used for these senses in English:
- harbor (countable, nautical) A sheltered expanse of water, adjacent to land, in which ships may anchor or dock, especially for loading and unloading.
- port (nautical) Of or relating to port, the left-hand side of a vessel when facing the bow.
- 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.
- port city A city built around a port, for its defence, to provide infrastructural support, or as parasitic urban sprawl.
harbor — full definition
- noun A sheltered area of water where ships can dock or anchor safely.
- verb To provide shelter or refuge for someone or something, including secretly hiding a fugitive.
port — full definition
- noun A town or harbour where ships load, unload, or shelter.
- noun The left-hand side of a ship or aircraft when facing forward.
- noun A socket on a computer or device where a cable or peripheral connects.
- verb To adapt software so it runs on a different platform or system.
- noun A strong, sweet, fortified red wine traditionally made in Portugal.