Meaning of the word haven in English

What does haven mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

haven

US /ˈheɪ.vən/

UK /ˈheɪ.vən/

a place of safety or refuge

Example:

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The old lighthouse served as a haven for sailors during storms.

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The library was her personal haven from the noisy city.

Synonym:

refuge sanctuary shelter asylum port

to provide a place of safety or refuge for

Example:

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The small island havened the shipwrecked sailors.

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The old tree havened many birds during the storm.

Synonym:

shelter protect harbor safeguard

Related Word:

tax haven