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ha·ven

haven

 
 
pronunciation:
heI vn
part of speech: noun
definition 1: the place where a ship anchors; harbor or port.
The haven is filled with boats every weekend.
similar words:
harbor, port
definition 2: a place of safety, shelter, or comfort.
Dad's lap was a haven during the scary movie.In a storm even an old cabin is a haven.The tree was my haven after a sad day.
similar words:
cover, harbor, refuge, shelter