In Navy terms, what is meant by "starboard"?

In Navy terminology, "starboard" refers to the right side of a vessel when facing forward, towards the bow (the front of the ship). This term is derived from Old English, where "stēor," meaning to steer, and "bord," meaning the side of a ship, combine to refer to the steering side of the ship. Understanding the terms used in naval vocabulary is crucial for effective communication and navigation onboard.

While the other options describe different aspects of a ship, such as "left" which refers to the opposite side known as "port", "deck" which denotes the horizontal structure on a ship where people walk, and "bow" which indicates the front part of the vessel, they are not synonymous with starboard. Starboard specifically designates the right side when one is facing the front of the ship.