haven

/ˈheɪvən/

noun

A harbour or anchorage protected from the sea.

Examples :

"The small fishing boat found haven in the sheltered bay during the storm. "

noun

(by extension) A place of safety; a refuge or sanctuary.

Examples :

"After a long day at school, her room was a haven where she could relax and read. "

place environment area

noun

(by extension) A peaceful place.

Examples :

"The quiet library was a haven from the noisy city outside. "

place environment

verb

To put into, or provide with a haven.

Examples :

"The kind woman volunteered to haven stray animals at her house until they could be adopted. "

place nautical

Meanings

Examples :

"The small fishing boat found haven in the sheltered bay during the storm. "

Examples :

"After a long day at school, her room was a haven where she could relax and read. "

Examples :

"The quiet library was a haven from the noisy city outside. "

Examples :

"The kind woman volunteered to haven stray animals at her house until they could be adopted. "

Related Words

anchorage noun

A harbor, river, or offshore area that can accommodate a ship at anchor, either for quarantine, queuing, or discharge..

sanctuary noun

A place of safety, refuge or protection.

volunteered verb

To enlist oneself as a volunteer.

fishing noun

The act of catching fish.

outside noun

The part of something that faces out; the outer surface.

peaceful adjective

Not at war or disturbed by strife or turmoil.

sheltered verb

To provide cover from damage or harassment; to shield; to protect.

harbour noun

Any place of shelter.

extension noun

The act of extending; a stretching out; enlargement in length or breadth; an increase

library noun

An institution which holds books and/or other forms of media for use by the public or qualified people often lending them out, as well as providing various other services for its users.

provide verb

To make a living; earn money for necessities.

protected verb

To keep safe; to defend; to guard; to prevent harm coming to.