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sanctuary vs harbor

harbor vs sanctuary

sanctuary and harbor both are nouns.

sanctuary is not a verb while harbor is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
sanctuary Yes No No No
harbor Yes No Yes No
As nouns, harbor is a hyponym of sanctuary; that is, harbor is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than sanctuary:
  • sanctuary: a shelter from danger or hardship
  • harbor: a place of refuge and comfort and security
Other hyponyms of sanctuary include harbour, safehold, safe house.
sanctuary (noun) harbor (noun)
area around the altar of a church for the clergy and choir; often enclosed by a lattice or railing a place of refuge and comfort and security
a shelter from danger or hardship a sheltered port where ships can take on or discharge cargo
a consecrated place where sacred objects are kept
sanctuary (verb) harbor (verb)
maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings)
hold back a thought or feeling about
keep in one's possession; of animals
secretly shelter (as of fugitives or criminals)
Difference between sanctuary and harbor

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