Meaning of harbour in English

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Verb
harbour
Definitions
1. secretly shelter (as of fugitives or criminals)
Derived terms
2. keep in one's possession
Examples
- « of animals »
3. hold back a thought or feeling about
Examples
- « She is harboring a grudge against him »
4. maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings)
Examples
- « bear a grudge »
- « entertain interesting notions »
- « harbor a resentment »
Noun
harbour
Definitions
1. a sheltered port where ships can take on or discharge cargo
2. a place of refuge and comfort and security
Derived terms
- harbor

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