Harbouring Meaning in English
word · lemma: harbour
Definition
'Harbouring' means to keep something secretly, especially feelings, thoughts, or people (often when hiding them from others or the authorities). It can also mean to shelter someone.
Usage & Nuances
'Harbouring' is formal and used for both physical (sheltering a person) and emotional (harbouring resentment) contexts. Common phrases: 'harbouring a fugitive', 'harbouring doubts', 'harbouring feelings'. Do not confuse with 'harbor' (noun: port). British spelling: 'harbouring'; US: 'harboring'.
Example Sentences
She was harbouring anger after the argument.
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He is harbouring a secret from his friends.
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The man was arrested for harbouring a fugitive.
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Are you harbouring any doubts about your decision?
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She denied harbouring any bad feelings toward him.
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Sometimes we don't even realize we're harbouring old pain.
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