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Definition of winter haven

winter haven

Plural:winter havens
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1

A location that provides a warm, safe, or comfortable refuge from harsh winter weather, often sought out by travelers, retirees, or migratory animals.

Example

"Many retirees view the southern coast as the perfect winter haven to escape the freezing northern temperatures."

2

American A city located in central Florida, United States, renowned for its extensive chain of lakes and prominent family-oriented theme parks.

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Word Nuance & Usage

When capitalized as 'Winter Haven', it exclusively refers to the city in Florida; when lowercase, it functions as a descriptive noun phrase for any warm, safe retreat used during the colder months.

• Nearby Words

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Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Winter haven. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/winter-haven
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