harbor (Meaning)
harbor (n)
a sheltered port where ships can take on or discharge cargo
a place of refuge and comfort and security
harbor (v)
maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings)
secretly shelter (as of fugitives or criminals)
keep in one's possession; of animals
hold back a thought or feeling about
harbor (n.)
A station for rest and entertainment; a place of security and comfort; a refuge; a shelter.
Specif.: A lodging place; an inn.
The mansion of a heavenly body.
A portion of a sea, a lake, or other large body of water, either landlocked or artificially protected so as to be a place of safety for vessels in stormy weather; a port or haven.
A mixing box materials.
To afford lodging to; to enter as guest; to receive; to give a refuge to; indulge or cherish (a thought or feeling, esp. an ill thought).
harbor (v. i.)
To lodge, or abide for a time; to take shelter, as in a harbor.
Synonyms & Antonyms of harbor
harbor Sentence Examples
- The tranquil harbor provided shelter for the weary mariners during the storm.
- The city's bustling harbor teemed with cargo ships, fishing boats, and pleasure cruisers.
- The deep and sheltered harbor made it an ideal haven for submarines and naval vessels.
- The old fishing harbor exuded a timeless charm, with its quaint cottages and weathered piers.
- The harbor's breakwater protected the boats from the relentless waves of the open sea.
- The treacherous coastline harbored dangerous shoals and reefs that posed a threat to ships.
- The tiny sailboat bobbed gently in the harbor, a serene contrast to the bustling city behind.
- The harbor was a haven for wildlife, with seals basking on the rocks and seagulls soaring overhead.
- The harbor bridge connected the city to the mainland, providing a vital link for transportation.
- The secret harbor concealed the entrance to a hidden underground sanctuary.
FAQs About the word harbor
a sheltered port where ships can take on or discharge cargo, a place of refuge and comfort and security, maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings), secretly sh
port, anchorage, lagoon, bay,dock, marina, cove, haven, roads, arm
drop, refuse, deny,forget, ignore, reject, neglect, disregard, overlook, decline
The tranquil harbor provided shelter for the weary mariners during the storm.
The city's bustling harbor teemed with cargo ships, fishing boats, and pleasure cruisers.
The deep and sheltered harbor made it an ideal haven for submarines and naval vessels.
The old fishing harbor exuded a timeless charm, with its quaint cottages and weathered piers.
