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starboard
noun
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Divide starboard into syllables:

star · board

How to pronounce starboard:

Definition of starboard:

starboard (noun):
the right side of a ship or aircraft looking forward compare port
the right side of a ship or aircraft to someone who is aboard and facing the bow or nose.

Synonyms for starboard:

headpointguidesteerchannelizemaneuver

Antonyms for starboard:

port

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