At-the-high-port Definition
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(idiomatic, military, of a weapon) 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.
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(idiomatic, by extension, of anything, not just a weapon) Held in front of the body, especially in an authoritative or aggressive way.
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(idiomatic, slang, by extension) At once, quickly; unhesitatingly, vigorously.
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(idiomatic) Positioned ready for immediate use.
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