harbor
|har/bor|
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/ˈhɑrbər/
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/ˈhɑːbə/
shelter for ships
Etymology
Etymology Information
'harbor' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'herebeorg,' where 'here' meant 'army' and 'beorg' meant 'shelter.'
Historical Evolution
'herebeorg' transformed into the Middle English word 'herberwe,' and eventually became the modern English word 'harbor.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'shelter for an army,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a place of shelter for ships.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a place on the coast where vessels may find shelter, especially one protected from rough water by piers, jetties, and other artificial structures.
The ship docked safely in the harbor.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35