Harbour

A harbour is a sheltered body of water where ships, boats, and other watercraft can anchor or dock safely. Harbours are typically protected from rough seas and strong currents by natural geography or man-made structures such as breakwaters or jetties. Harbours are important for providing a safe haven for vessels, facilitating the loading and unloading of cargo, and serving as starting points or destinations for maritime passages.

Terms with the same meaning:
Port
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