harbour

US /ˈhɑːr.bɚ/
UK /ˈhɑːr.bɚ/
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1.

a place on the coast where vessels may find shelter, especially one protected from rough seas by piers, jetties, and other artificial structures

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The ships found safe refuge in the harbour during the storm.
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The fishing boats returned to the harbour at dusk.
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1.

to keep (a thought or feeling, typically a negative one) in one's mind, especially secretly

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She continued to harbour feelings of resentment towards her former colleague.
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It's not healthy to harbour such negative thoughts.
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2.

to provide a place of safety or shelter for

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The old house seemed to harbour many secrets.
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The dense forest can harbour various wild animals.
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