harbor (A2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈhɑːrbər/

Definition

A place where ships may shelter from the weather or from attack, typically with docks and facilities for maintenance.

Examples

• The ship sailed into the harbor, seeking refuge from the hurricane.

• Many coastal towns rely on their harbors for fishing and tourism.

• The navy base included a large, well-protected harbor.

How to Use harbor

harbor for (prepositional phrase)

A place offering shelter or refuge to a specific group or thing. — "The island became a harbor for pirates."

harbor ill will (collocation)

To secretly hold negative feelings towards someone. — "He continued to harbor ill will after the argument."

harbor a secret (collocation)

To keep a secret hidden. — "She harbored a secret crush on her classmate."

Synonyms of harbor

Words with a similar meaning to harbor:

• port
• haven
• dock
• anchorage

Antonyms of harbor

Words with the opposite meaning to harbor:

• open sea
• exposed coast

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