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havens
[/ˈheɪvənz/]
noun
pl: havens
refúgios
1.
safe places or shelters, especially ports where ships can dock safely
The coastal havens provided shelter from the storm.
Os refúgios costeiros ofereceram abrigo contra a tempestade.
2.
places of safety or refuge from danger or trouble
The library was a haven for quiet study.
A biblioteca era um refúgio para o estudo tranquilo.
3.
ports or harbors
Ships sought havens along the Mediterranean coast.
Os navios procuravam portos ao longo da costa do Mediterrâneo.
Synonyms
shelters
refuges
ports
harbors
sanctuaries
retreats
Antonyms
dangers
hazards
perils
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
refúgios
standard usage
Rio de Janeiro
refúgios
standard usage
São Paulo
refúgios
standard usage
Portugal
portos seguros
may emphasize the maritime sense more frequently
Related Idioms & Phrases
safe haven
haven of rest
a port in a storm
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