havre de paix — meaning in English

English meaning

• haven noun A place of safety or shelter from danger or trouble.

Senses

havre de paix is used for these senses in English:

• bolthole (figurative) A second home, etc., where one can seek an escape or refuge from the stresses of everyday life.
• haven A peaceful or tranquil place.

haven — full definition

1. noun A place of safety or shelter from danger or trouble.
2. noun A harbour or sheltered stretch of water where ships can safely anchor.

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