Porthole

usgb/ˈpɔːrthəʊl/
noun

A small window in a ship or an aircraft.

He looked out of the porthole to see the ocean waves.
Visual representation of "porthole" - A small window in a ship or an aircraft.

Often appears as...

  • open the porthole
  • close the porthole
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Maritime Terms

Porthole is commonly used in the realm of boats and ships. It's nautical vocabulary.

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The captain instructed the crew to secure all portholes before the storm.
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Circular Shape

Unlike typical windows, portholes are generally round.

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The round portholes added a unique charm to the ship's design.
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Safety and Function

Portholes can be opened for ventilation but are designed to be watertight.

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When the weather became hot, she opened the porthole for a breeze.
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