Word PORT: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

port

🇺🇸 [pɔːt]

Meanings

A harbor where ships dock to load or unload cargo or passengers. Ports are crucial for maritime trade and transportation. They can also refer to a place of entry or a point of access for goods or services, often with customs regulations.

Examples

• The port was bustling with cargo ships coming and going.
• The town's economy relies heavily on the port for trade.
• The port authorities inspected all shipments for customs compliance.

Synonyms

harbor • dock • pier

Antonyms

deserted area • coastline • seclusion