Pronunciation

/sheɪltər/

Definitions

Noun

• 1 A structure providing protection from weather, danger, or other adverse conditions, typically for people or animals: “They sought shelter from the rain in a nearby cave.”
• 2 A place or situation that offers refuge or support: “The homeless found shelter at the local charity.”
• 3 (pl. shelters) A refuge or sanctuary for a particular group or purpose: “The animal shelter took care of abandoned pets.”

Verb

• To seek or provide protection or refuge in a shelter: “The refugees were forced to shelter in a makeshift camp.”
• To offer or give shelter to someone: “The family opened their home to the homeless stranger.”

Adjective

• Sheltered: “A protected environment; a sheltered upbringing.”
• Sheltering: “Offering protection; sheltering from the wind.”

Phrases

• “Seek shelter” implies finding a place to protect oneself from something.
• “Provide shelter for” means to make available a place of refuge.
• “Undercover shelter” refers to a hidden or concealed location.
• “Temporary shelter” denotes a short-term place to stay.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The hikers found shelter in a hollow tree during the storm.”
• Verb: “The organization aims to shelter victims of domestic violence.”
• Adjective: “The children felt sheltered and secure at their grandparents’ house.”
• Adjective (as an adjective): “The sheltering trees provided a cool respite on a hot day.”

Synonyms

• Refuge
• Haven
• Safe haven -避难所
• Refugees
• Bunker
• Den
• Cover
• Protection
• Retreat