harbour
Translation
harbor, port, haven, refuge
Examples
The ships are safe in the harbour.
The ships are safe in the harbor.
The library was a harbour of peace.
The library was a harbor of peace.
Grammar Patterns
a harbor for ((sth.)) a place of safety for (sth.) The bay is a natural harbor for small boats.
in the harbor located inside the harbor Many yachts were moored in the harbor.
Similar Words
Synonyms: port, haven, dock, refuge, sanctuary
Etymology
From Old English 'herebeorg' (shelter, lodgings), from 'here' (army) + 'beorg' (shelter).
Memory Tips
Imagine a 'hard border' protecting ships from the rough sea. Note the American spelling is 'harbor', while British is 'harbour'.