harbor meaning and definition

HARBOR noun

Definition of harbor (noun)

1. a sheltered port where ships can take on or discharge cargo
   • synonyms: harbour, haven, seaport
2. a place of refuge and comfort and security
   • synonyms: harbour

HARBOR verb

Definition of harbor (verb)

1. maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings)
   • "bear a grudge"; "entertain interesting notions"; "harbor a resentment"
   • synonyms: entertain, harbour, hold, nurse
2. secretly shelter (as of fugitives or criminals)
   • synonyms: harbour
3. keep in one's possession; of animals
   • synonyms: harbour
4. hold back a thought or feeling about
   • "She is harboring a grudge against him"
   • synonyms: harbour, shield