Shelter — synonyms, definition

1. shelter (Noun)

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shelter (Noun) — A structure that provides privacy and protection from danger.

shelter (Noun) — Protective covering that provides protection from the weather.

shelter (Noun) — The condition of being protected. ex. "they were huddled together for shelter"

shelter (Noun) — A way of organizing business to reduce the taxes it must pay on current earnings.

shelter (Noun) — Temporary housing for homeless or displaced persons.

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2. shelter (Verb)

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shelter (Verb) — Provide shelter for. ex. "After the earthquake, the government could not provide shelter for the thousands of homeless people"

shelter (Verb) — Invest (money) so that it is not taxable.

shelter (Verb) — Stay in a building or location protected from danger or bad weather. ex. "we sheltered under a tree"

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