what is starboard
Noun [edit]. starboard â(plural starboards). 1  The right hand side of a ship, boat or aircraft when facing the front, or fore or bow. 2  Starboard does not change based on the orientation of the person aboard the craft.( 3 nautical) One of the two traditional watches aboard a ship standing a watch in two.oun [edit]. starboard â(plural starboards). 1  The right hand side of a ship, boat or aircraft when facing the front, or fore or bow. 2  Starboard does not change based on the orientation of the person aboard the craft.