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harboring

[ˈhɑːrbərɪŋ]

harboring Definition

  • 1to give shelter or refuge to someone
  • 2to hold or maintain a thought or feeling, usually negative, over a period of time

Using harboring: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "harboring" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The country is accused of harboring terrorists.

  • Example

    He has been harboring a grudge against his former boss for years.

  • Example

    The old warehouse was used for harboring stolen goods.

harboring Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for harboring

Phrases with harboring

  • to provide shelter or protection to someone who is wanted by the authorities

    Example

    He was arrested for harboring a fugitive.

  • to have a suspicion or belief that something is true, especially something negative

    Example

    I've been harboring a suspicion that he's been stealing from the company.

  • to have a strong desire or wish for something to happen

    Example

    She still harbors a hope that they will get back together.

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Summary: harboring in Brief

The verb 'harboring' [ˈhɑːrbərɪŋ] means to give shelter or refuge to someone, or to hold onto negative thoughts or feelings. It can be used in phrases like 'harbor a fugitive,' meaning to protect someone who is wanted by the authorities, or 'harbor a suspicion,' meaning to hold onto a negative belief. 'Harboring' can also refer to concealing stolen goods or other illegal activities.