Harbor (Noun)

Meaning 1

A sheltered port where ships can take on or discharge cargo.

Classification

Nouns denoting spatial position.

Examples

  • Large cargo ships frequent the harbor, taking on goods such as grains and machinery.
  • The harbor is home to many yachts and sailboats during the summer months.
  • A dredging operation has been undertaken to deepen the harbor and allow larger vessels to dock.
  • The city's main harbor is located on the eastern side of the city, near the central business district.
  • After a long voyage, the tanker ship finally entered the harbor to offload its cargo of crude oil.

Synonyms

  • Seaport
  • Haven
  • Harbour

Hypernyms

  • Port

Hyponyms

  • Coaling Station
  • Port Of Call

Meaning 2

A place of refuge and comfort and security.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Synonyms

  • Harbour

Hypernyms

  • Sanctuary
  • Asylum

Related Words

  • Harbor (verb)
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