freshwater port and largest city in Oregon; located in northwestern Oregon on the Willamette River which divides the city into east and west sections; renowned for its beautiful natural setting among the mountains
"Portland, a major freshwater port nestled between mountain ranges along the Willamette River, splits seamlessly into vibrant east and west neighborhoods."
largest city in Maine in the southwestern corner of the state
"Portland is the largest city in Maine, located in the southwestern corner of the state."
The land around a port
"The sailors gathered on the rocky outcrop overlooking the harbor, which served as their temporary portland while waiting for supplies to arrive."
The largest city in Oregon, United States and the county seat of Multnomah County; named for the city in Maine.
"After visiting Portland, Maine, I traveled west to see its namesake, the largest city in Oregon where my grandparents now live."
The name Portland comes from Old English and originally meant a piece of land near the harbor. It was formed by combining words for "harbor" and "land," reflecting its location at the mouth of a river or estuary.