Word Meaning

shelter definition and meaning

n. That which covers or defends from injury or annoyance; a protection; a screen.
n. One who protects; a guardian; a defender.
n. The state of being covered and protected; protection; security.
v. t. To be a shelter for; to provide with a shelter; to cover from injury or annoyance; to shield; to protect.
v. t. To screen or cover from notice; to disguise.
v. t. To betake to cover, or to a safe place; -- used reflexively.
v. i. To take shelter.

Crossword clues for shelter

- Asylum
- Confusion lets her take cover
- Harbour
- Lee finds a place to stay
- Place of refuge
- Place of temporary protection
- Protect from harm
- Take cover