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Term: Portman

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1:

Definition: A person who resides in or is associated with a particular port or harbor.

Sample Sentence: The portman was responsible for overseeing the loading and unloading of cargo ships.

Sense 2:

Definition: A supporter or advocate of a specific port or harbor.

Sample Sentence: The local portman fought tirelessly for the expansion and improvement of the town's harbor facilities.

Sense 3:

Definition: A person employed to manage the administrative and financial affairs of a port.

Sample Sentence: As the portman, he ensured that all the necessary paperwork for incoming and outgoing vessels was accurately completed.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sense 1:

Definition: To actively participate in the administration or management of a port or harbor.

Sample Sentence: He decided to portman for the summer, assisting in the smooth operations of the bustling seaport.

Sense 2:

Definition: To assume the role of a portman; to take charge of port-related duties and responsibilities.

Sample Sentence: After years of experience, he was ready to portman his hometown's harbor, bringing his skills and expertise to the job.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1:

Definition: Popular or well-known within a port area; associated with the local port or harbor.

Sample Sentence: The restaurant was famous for its delicious seafood dishes, attracting both locals and visiting portman tourists.

Sense 2:

Definition: Of or pertaining to the customs and traditions practiced by portmen or people involved in the port industry.

Sample Sentence: The annual portman festival showcased the cultural heritage and unique traditions of the port community.

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sense 1:

Definition: In a manner characteristic of a portman; relating to the operations or administration of a port.

Sample Sentence: The cargo was handled portman when the experienced dockworkers swiftly unloaded the vessel.

Sense 2:

Definition: Within the vicinity of a port; in close proximity to harbor facilities.

Sample Sentence: The portman located the warehouse adverbial, strategically placing it near the docks for ease of access.

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