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Definition harbor in American English

harbor verb

[transitive] verb
/ˈhɑrbər/
1

to hide someone who has done something wrong so that the police will not find them

Example

Bosses caught harboring illegal workers face at least five years in prison.

Synonyms and related words
hide cover obscure
2

to keep a particular thought or feeling in your mind for a very long time

Example

harbor a grudge/hope/suspicion

Synonyms and related words
remember recall think back
3

if a place harbors something, that thing can be found there

Example

The Old Town harbors a varied collection of churches, museums, and mosques.

Synonyms and related words
include contents contain
Definition harbor in American English