Any place of shelter.
A sheltered expanse of water, adjacent to land, in which ships may anchor or dock, especially for loading and unloading.
A mixing box for materials.
A harbor, even if it is a little harbor, is a good thing, since adventurers come into it as well as go out, and the life in it grows strong, because it takes something from the world, and has something to give in return - Sarah Orne Jewett
To take refuge or shelter in a protected expanse of water.
To drive (a hunted stag) to covert.
To hold or persistently entertain in one's thoughts or mind.
To provide a harbor or safe place for.
A peaceful, quiet place affording privacy or security.
The act of reversing direction and receding from a forward position.
A bugle call or drumbeat signaling the lowering of the flag at sunset, as on a military base.
A military ceremony to lower the flag.
The move of a piece from a threatened position.
A period of retirement, seclusion, or solitude.
A period of meditation, prayer or study.
The act of pulling back or withdrawing, as from something dangerous, or unpleasant.
A signal for a military withdrawal.
Withdrawal by military force from a dangerous position or from enemy attack.
To slope back.
To withdraw military forces
To shrink back due to generally warmer temperatures.
To withdraw from a position, go back.
a retreating forehead