1. a place of safety or refuge
2. a harbor or port where ships can anchor safely
Usage: nautical

Examples

• The library became a haven for students during exam week.
• After the storm, the small coastal town served as a haven for stranded travelers.
• She found her garden to be a peaceful haven from the stress of city life.
• The charity provides a safe haven for homeless families.
• Ships sought haven in the protected bay during the hurricane.
• The old bookstore was a haven for book lovers and writers.
• Wildlife refuges serve as havens for endangered species.