harbor synonyms

harbor

n.

  1. A place of refuge

    refuge, retreat, sanctuary; see shelter.

  2. A port

    anchorage, haven, roadstead, pier, breakwater, landing place, navigable bay, arm of the sea, harborage, inlet, jetty, embankment, wharf, mole; see also dock 1.

harbor

v.

  1. To protect

    shelter, provide refuge, secure; see defend 2.

  2. To consider

    entertain, cherish, regard; see consider 1.

  3. To keep hidden

    suppress, withhold, hold back; see hide 1.

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