Legal Definitions - hable

hable

In the past, a place where ships could stop and stay for a while was called a hable. It was also known as a port or harbor.

• The sailors were relieved to finally reach the hable after a long journey at sea.
• The town's economy thrived thanks to the hable, which allowed for trade and commerce.

The examples show how a hable was a place where ships could stop and stay for a while. The first example shows how sailors were able to rest and replenish their supplies at the hable. The second example shows how the hable was important for the town's economy, as it allowed for trade and commerce to take place.