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/ˈpɔːtə//ˈpɔɹtɚ/Definitions
A person who carries luggage and related objects.
Example: By the time I reached the train station I was exhausted, but fortunately there was a porter waiting.
An ant having the specialized role of carrying.
One who ports software (makes it usable on another platform).
/ˈpɔːtə//ˈpɔɹtɚ/Definitions
A person in control of the entrance to a building.
An employee who clears and cleans tables and puts bowling balls away.
A strong, dark ale, originally favored by porters, similar to a stout but less strong.
Stout (malt brew).
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To serve as a porter; to carry.