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Meaning of shelter

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

shelter

Pronunciation:/ˈʃɛltə//ˈʃɛltɚ/

noun

Definitions

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

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

verb

Definitions

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

  2. To take cover.

    Example: During the rainstorm, we sheltered under a tree.