Porthole Definition
pôrthōl
portholes
noun
portholes
An opening in a ship's side, esp. a round one for admitting light and air, fitted with thick glass and, often, a hinged metal cover.
Webster's New World
An opening to shoot through, in the wall of a fort; embrasure.
Webster's New World
An opening shaped somewhat like this, as in a furnace door.
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