Tuesday, April 21, 2009

GRE Word : Harbor

#(Noun) : a part of a body of water having docks or port facilities
Synonyms: Harbor, haven, port indicate a shelter for ships.
A harbor may be natural or artificially constructed or improved.
A haven is usually a natural harbor that can be utilized by ships as a place of safety.
A port is a harbor viewed esp. in its commercial relations.

# (Verb) : to conceal, hide ; to give shelter to, offer refuge to
Synonyms: asylum, sanctuary, retreat. ; protect, lodge.

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