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anteporto
nounmasculinetechnicalrare/ɐ̃.tɨ.ˈpɔɾ.tu/an·te·por·to
Definition
1Secondary harbour or anchorage that precedes or protects the main harbour.
Usage examples
“The fishing boats sheltered in the anteporto during the storm.”
“The bay's natural anteporto provided protection for ships.”