Definition

A person who provides shelter or refuge to someone, often in a secretive or illegal manner.

Example

The harborer of the fugitive was arrested by the police.

Conversation

Did you hear about that guy in town who’s a real harborer of secrets?

Yeah, I heard he knows everyone’s business but never shares his own.

It’s kind of fascinating, don’t you think?

Definitely! I wonder what he’s hiding.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Harborer → It is formed from "harbor" (from Old English *herebeorg*, meaning a shelter or refuge) and "-er" (meaning a person who). A harborer is a person who provides shelter or refuge.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who provides a 'shelter' ('harbor') — the '-er' indicates that this person is the one giving that shelter.

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