Id | ESLPod_1260_WE_2191 |
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Episode Id | ESLPod 1260 |
Episode Title | Transport and Shipping Mishaps |
Phrase | port |
Text | In this podcast, the word "port" means a place where many ships bring cargo as a delivery and take cargo to transport to other places: "They went to the port to watch cranes and other big machines lift heavy cargo onto ships." When talking about a large boat or ship, "port" is the left side when one is looking at the front of the ship: "Our cabin is toward the front of the ship, on the port side." When talking about computers, a "port" is one of the small holes on the side or back, used to connect cables: "Please connect the printer to this USB port." Finally, "port" is a dark, sweet wine often drunk for dessert after a meal: "This cheese would be delicious with a small glass of port." |
Topics | Business |
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