harbor

/ˈhɑːrbər/
B2Frequency Level 8Neutral
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Noun

harborSingular
harborsPlural
1

A sheltered body of water deep enough to provide anchorage for ships and boats.

The ships sailed into the harbor at dawn.

2

A place of refuge or safety; a shelter.

The library became a harbor for students seeking peace and quiet.

Verb

harborInfinitive
harborPresent tense
harboredPast tense
harboredPast participle
harboringPresent participle
harborsThird-person singular
1

To give shelter or refuge to someone or something.

The family was accused of harboring a fugitive.

2

To keep or hold in one's mind, especially negative thoughts or feelings.

She harbored resentment toward him for years.

Antonym

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