I. ˈstär-bərd noun
Etymology: Middle English sterbord, from Old English stēorbord, from stēor- steering oar + bord ship's side — more at steer , board
Date: before 12th century
: the right side of a ship or aircraft looking forward — compare port
II. adjective
Date: 15th century
: of, relating to, or situated to starboard
III. transitive verb
Date: 1598
: to turn or put (a helm or rudder) to the right