harbor verb [T] (HIDE). to protect someone by providing a place to hide: They were accused of harboring a fugitive.

8 дней назад · 1. a : to give shelter or refuge to harboring a fugitive b : to be the home or habitat of The ledges still harbor rattlesnakes.

verb (used with object) · to give shelter to; offer refuge to: They harbored the refugees who streamed across the borders. Synonyms: lodge, protect · to conceal ...

something to keep feelings or thoughts, especially negative ones, in your mind for a long time. The arsonist may harbor a grudge against the company.

Harbor can also be used as a verb, which describes maintaining a belief or a feeling. If you harbor ill-will toward your neighbor John, you don't like him much.

8 дней назад · A harbor is an area of the sea at the coast which is partly enclosed by land or strong walls, so that boats can be left there safely.

3 дня назад · harbour verb [T] (CONTAIN). to contain the bacteria, etc. that can cause a disease to spread: Bathroom door handles can harbour germs.

something to keep feelings or thoughts, especially negative ones, in your mind for a long time harbour something to contain something and allow it to develop.

There are 13 meanings listed in OED's entry for the verb harbour, four of which are labelled obsolete. See 'Meaning & use' for definitions, usage, ...