Porthole Definition

porthole
noun
  1. a window in a ship or airplane
  2. an opening (in a wall or ship or armored vehicle) for firing through

"Porthole" in song lyrics

See how porthole is used in real songs:

  • "Out the whirlwind I'm vexed so I jet through the porthole"
    The Cross Movement — Whirlwind
  • "picture porthole"
    AOL — AOL
  • "bnsf porthole"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "porthole"

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