plural of warm-water port

(archaic) A gunport; an opening in the hull of a ship through which cannon are fired. / (nautical) A circular window set in the hull of a ship.

Something that portends an event about to occur, especially an unfortunate or evil event; an omen. / A portending; significance / Something regarded as portentous; a marvel; prodigy.

A gate in the form of a grating which is lowered into place at the entrance to a castle, fort, etc.

To obstruct with, or as with, a portcullis; to shut; to bar.

An entrance, entry point, or means of entry. / (Internet) A website or page that acts as an entrance to other websites or pages on the Internet.

(anatomy) Of or relating to a porta, especially the porta of the liver.

(science fiction, fantasy) To use a portal (magical or technological doorway).

A movable toilet, particularly a portable outhouse used where other lavatories are unavailable (as at a construction site) or insufficient (as at special events).

A person who carries luggage and related objects. / (entomology) An ant having the specialized role of carrying. / (computing) One who ports software (makes it usable on another platform).