at the high port

Meaning

Prepositional phrase

• Held with two hands as in "port arms", but carried well above the head. The high port is often the position taught for running (at the double) or charging.
• Sticking up; (of hair, etc) standing up at a marked angle.
• Held in front of the body, especially in an authoritative or aggressive way.
• At once, quickly; unhesitatingly, vigorously.
• Positioned ready for immediate use.

Related

Similar words

• at the ready