shelter

Definition

  • noun: a structure that covers or protects people or things
  • noun: something that covers or affords protection
  • verb: to constitute or provide a shelter for
  • verb: to protect (someone) from danger, bad weather, etc.
  • often + 'from'
  • synonyms: protect

Examples

  • Most parents want to 'shelter' their children 'from' pain and sadness. [=to prevent their children from experiencing pain and sadness]

  • They 'found/took shelter' in a cave during the storm. [=they went into a cave to get out of the storm]

  • They were accused of 'sheltering' a criminal. [=giving a criminal a place to hide]

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) I appeal to the Senator. Is he fully aware - - that this bill has been months in both Houses, delayed and delayed? - Many'll be without food and shelter. - Shall we keep relief from the country? The people of my state need permanent relief from crooked men! If we yield to blackmail from this man, (..)
    1939 Mr. Smith Goes to Washington