
Starboard
Directional Orientation
Visualize the ship's front facing an imaginary line; starboard is always to your right.

Look over the starboard while standing at the ship's prow.
Maritime Commands
When given orders, 'starboard' refers to the direction to turn or move the vessel.

Hearing 'Hard starboard!' the helmsman immediately turned the wheel right.
Avoid Confusion
Don't confuse 'starboard' with 'right side' in general; it's specific to vessel orientation.

On land, we use 'right side'; on a ship, it's 'starboard'.
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