sternportal
Sternportal is a term that can refer to several related concepts, primarily within maritime and naval contexts. Historically, a sternportal was a type of opening or gateway located in the stern (rear) of a ship. These portals served various purposes depending on the vessel's design and era. In some cases, they were used for launching or recovering boats, or for the deployment of naval equipment. For instance, during the age of sail, certain sternportals might have been equipped to fire stern-chasing guns, providing defensive capabilities.
More broadly, the term can also be used to describe the rear section of a vessel in