Synonyms for
Harbor
Definition
a place on the coast where ships can shelter, especially one with port facilities
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- safe harbor
- natural harbor
- deep harbor
- busy harbor
- seek harbor
- enter harbor
- leave harbor
- protect harbor
Word family
Usage note
As a verb, 'harbor' often implies keeping something secret or concealed, such as harboring a fugitive or harboring ill feelings. As a noun, it refers to a place of shelter, especially for ships.
Example sentences
- The harbor was filled with boats of all sizes.
- The sailors were glad to find a safe harbor during the storm.
- The harbor master directed the ships to their assigned berths.
- The harbor was bustling with activity as the cargo ships were loaded and unloaded.
- The town's economy depends on the busy harbor.
Quotes
A ship in port is safe, but that's not what ships are built for. Sail out to sea and do new things. - Grace Hopper
The true harbor of God is the human heart, not the stones, nor the sea. - Paulo Coelho
If you want to build a ship, don't drum up people to collect wood and don't assign them tasks and work, but rather teach them to long for the endless immensity of the sea. - Antoine de Saint-Exupery