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shelter

/ˈʃɛltə/

noun

Meaning

  • A refuge, haven or other cover or protection from something.

  • An institution that provides temporary housing for homeless people, battered women etc.

verb

Meaning

  • To provide cover from damage or harassment; to shield; to protect.

  • To take cover.

    "During the rainstorm, we sheltered under a tree."