An abdominal mass is an abnormal growth in the abdomen. An abdominal mass causes visible swelling and may change the shape of the abdomen. A person with an abdominal mass may notice weight gain and symptoms such as abdominal discomfort, pain, and...
Noun [edit]. starboard â(plural starboards). 1  The right hand side of a ship, boat or aircraft when facing the front, or fore or bow. 2  Starboard does not change based on the orientation of the person aboard the craft.( 3 nautical) One of the two traditional watches aboard a ship standing a watch in two.oun [edit]. starboard â(plural starboards). 1  The right hand side of a ship, boat or aircraft when facing the front, or fore or bow. 2  Starboard does not change based on the orientation of the person aboard the craft.
The term is cognate with the Old Norse stÃ½ri (rudder) and borÃ° (side of a ship). Since the steering oar was on the right side of the boat, it would tie up at wharf on the other side. Hence the left side was called port. Formerly larboard was used instead of port. This is from Middle-English ladebord and the term lade is related to the modern load.