Enharbor

/ɪnˈhɑrbər/ verb

Definition

To provide shelter or refuge; to harbor or take in someone seeking protection.

Etymology

From en- (prefix) + harbor (from Old Norse herbergja, meaning 'shelter'). It's an archaic verb meaning to give shelter or asylum.

Kelly Says

During wars or persecution, people would enharbor refugees—giving them shelter and protection—and while we don't use this exact word much anymore, 'harbor' still carries that meaning of protecting someone.

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