Harboring: meaning, definitions and examples
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harboring
[ ˈhɑːrbərɪŋ ]
keeping
To hold or retain in the mind; maintain; entertain.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- She was harboring a secret desire to become an actress.
- The suspect was harboring fugitives in his basement.
sheltering
To provide a home or shelter for.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The lighthouse was harboring a family of seagulls.
- The organization is known for harboring homeless animals.
Translations
Translations of the word "harboring" in other languages:
🇵🇹 abrigar
🇮🇳 शरण देना
🇩🇪 beherbergen
🇮🇩 menyembunyikan
🇺🇦 давати притулок
🇵🇱 dawać schronienie
🇯🇵 かくまう
🇫🇷 abriter
🇪🇸 albergar
🇹🇷 barındırmak
🇰🇷 숨겨 주다
🇸🇦 إيواء
🇨🇿 poskytovat útočiště
🇸🇰 poskytovať útočisko
🇨🇳 庇护
🇸🇮 nuditi zavetje
🇮🇸 gefa skjól
🇰🇿 пана болу
🇬🇪 თავშესაფარის მიცემა
🇦🇿 sığınacaq vermək
🇲🇽 albergar
Word origin
The word 'harboring' comes from the Middle English word 'herberwen' meaning 'to provide lodging for'. It has evolved over time to encompass the ideas of sheltering, nurturing, and concealing. The concept of harboring has been present in various cultures and societies throughout history, serving as a fundamental aspect of human interaction and survival.