harbour Synonyms

harbour Meaning

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harbour (n)

a sheltered port where ships can take on or discharge cargo

a place of refuge and comfort and security

Wordnet

harbour (v)

secretly shelter (as of fugitives or criminals)

keep in one's possession; of animals

hold back a thought or feeling about

maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings)

harbour Sentence Examples

  1. The tranquil harbour offered a haven for the weary seafarers.
  2. The town's harbour bustled with the sounds of commerce and trade.
  3. The ancient harbour walls bore witness to centuries of maritime history.
  4. The tranquil harbour waters reflected the vibrant colours of the sunset.
  5. The harbour authorities enforced strict regulations to ensure safety and security.
  6. The sprawling harbour accommodated a diverse array of vessels, from fishing boats to luxury yachts.
  7. The harbour served as a gateway to the bustling city, connecting it to the wider world.
  8. The natural harbour provided shelter from the relentless storms of the ocean.
  9. The harbour was once a thriving centre of industry, but now lay largely abandoned.
  10. The harbour's crystal-clear waters teemed with marine life, a vibrant underwater sanctuary.

FAQs About the word harbour

a sheltered port where ships can take on or discharge cargo, a place of refuge and comfort and security, secretly shelter (as of fugitives or criminals), keep i

anchorage,port,dock, cove, lagoon, bay, roads, haven, marina, narrow

refuse, disregard, drop,forget, forget, neglect, ignore, drop, reject, refuse

The tranquil harbour offered a haven for the weary seafarers.

The town's harbour bustled with the sounds of commerce and trade.

The ancient harbour walls bore witness to centuries of maritime history.

The tranquil harbour waters reflected the vibrant colours of the sunset.