larboard
Americannoun
adjective
noun
Etymology
Origin of larboard
1300–50; Middle English laddeborde (perhaps literally, loading side; see lade, board); later larborde (by analogy with starboard )
Example Sentences
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So with that intent, one dropt on our starboard side called the la Fue and the other dropt on our larboard side called the Doubtable, they kept a very hot fire for some time.
From The Guardian ● Oct. 19, 2010
Jigo grunted and hobbled off to join the rest of the larboard watch.
From "The Reader" by Traci Chee
On the larboard side of the boat, a huge stone hand was visible just below the water.
From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin
Took larboard watch eight bells last night; was relieved by Abramoff, but did not go to bunk.
From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker
Along about three bells Nat came on deck with his spyglass and went to the larboard rail.
From "Carry On, Mr. Bowditch" by Jean Lee Latham
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