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harbor

UK
/ˈhɑːbə/
US
/ˈhɑrbər/

Translations

harbornoun
harbors
pl
UK
/ˈhɑːbə/
US
/ˈhɑrbər/
The ship finally reached the harbor after a long journey across the ocean.
Le navire a finalement atteint le port après un long voyage à travers l'océan.
Additional translations
havreAu sens figuré ou littéraire.
refugeAu sens figuré.
Synonyms
inlet
dock
haven
bay
refuge
shelter
anchorage
port
harborverb
harbored
Past Simple
harbored
Past Participle
harboring
Gerund
UK
/ˈhɑː.bə/
US
/ˈhɑːr.bɚ/
The small village harbored the refugees during the conflict.
Le petit village a abrité les réfugiés pendant le conflit.
nourrirPour une pensée ou un sentiment négatif.
She harbored resentment towards her colleague for the promotion she didn't get.
Elle nourrissait du ressentiment envers son collègue à cause de la promotion qu'elle n'avait pas obtenue.
Additional translations
entretenirPour une pensée ou un sentiment, surtout négatif.
Synonyms
support
foster
nurture
conceal
protect
shelter
harboradjective
UK
/ˈhɑː.bə/
US
/ˈhɑːr.bɚ/
Used attributively before nouns to denote connection with a harbor (e.g., "harbor facilities")
Harbor facilities must be inspected regularly for safety compliance.
Les installations portuaires doivent être inspectées régulièrement pour vérifier leur conformité en matière de sécurité.

Definitions

harbornoun
A place on the coast where vessels may find shelter, especially one protected from rough water by piers, jetties, and other artificial structures.
The ship finally reached the harbor after a long journey across the ocean.
A place of refuge or safety.
The small town served as a harbor for those seeking peace and quiet.
harborverb
To give shelter or refuge to someone or something.
The small village harbored the refugees during the conflict.
To keep a thought or feeling, typically a negative one, in one's mind secretly.
She harbored resentment towards her colleague for the promotion she didn't get.
harboradjective
Relating to or situated in a harbor; intended for use in or around harbors.
Harbor facilities must be inspected regularly for safety compliance.
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