Definition

A place where ships can find shelter and safety, or a safe place for someone to stay.

Example

The harbor provided a safe harborage for the fishing boats during the storm.

Conversation

I heard there's a great harborage nearby for our boat trip this weekend.

Really? That sounds perfect for a weekend getaway.

Yeah, it should provide us with some nice shelter from the wind.

I can't wait to explore it and relax there.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Harborage is formed from "harbor" (from Old French *arbor*, meaning a place of shelter) and the suffix "-age" (meaning the action or result of). The word refers to the act or result of providing shelter or refuge, particularly for ships.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'harbor' as a place that provides 'shelter' — the '-age' indicates the action or result of that sheltering.

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