Definition & Meaning of "starboard"

Starboard

the right side of a ship or aircraft to someone who is aboard and facing the bow or nose

starboard

located on the right side of a ship or aircraft

to starboard

turn to the right, of helms or rudders

Example

The captain instructed the crew to heave the ship starboard to avoid colliding with the oncoming vessel.

Nautical terms, such as port and starboard, are used to describe directions on a ship.

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