pɔrhaʊs

Definitions

1. noun

A type of building that houses a ship’s port or dock, especially one that includes facilities for the loading and unloading of cargo.

“The porthouse served as the main terminal for the shipping company.”

2. noun

A public house or inn near a port, especially one that caters to sailors and travelers.

“We stopped at the local porthouse for a drink after our long journey.”