hard disk drive

n (computer science) the format of sectors on the surface of a hard disk drive so that the operating system can access them and setting a starting position

(computer science) computer circuit consisting of the hardware and associated circuitry that links one device with another (especially a computer and a hard disk drive or other peripherals)

n a place (seaport or airport) where people and merchandise can enter or leave a country n sweet dark-red dessert wine originally from Portugal n an opening (in a wall or ship or armored vehicle) for firing through n the left side of a ship or aircraft to someone who is aboard and facing the bow or nose n (computer science) computer circuit consisting of the hardware and associated circuitry that links one device with another (especially a computer and a hard disk drive or other peripherals) v put or turn on the left side, of a ship v bring to port v land at or reach a port v turn or go to the port or left side, of a ship v carry, bear, convey, or bring v carry or hold with both hands diagonally across the body, especially of weapons v drink port v modify (software) for use on a different machine or platform