SHELTER


Meaning of SHELTER in English

n. Function: noun

1 something (as a structure or place) that covers or affords protection FF1C; a bomb shelter FF1E;

Synonyms: asylum, cover, covert, harbor, harborage, haven, port, refuge, retreat, sanctuary; compare REFUGE 1

Related Words: buen retiro, den, hermitage, hide, hideaway, hideout, hidey-hole, retirement, tower

2 dwellings provided for numbers of people or for a community FF1C; shelter for the aged FF1E;

Synonyms: housing, quarterage

Related Words: dwellings, lodging; roof

3

Synonyms: REFUGE 1, asylum, harborage, sanctuary

Merriam Webster. Collegiate thesaurus English dictionary.      Английский энциклопедический толковый словарь тезауруса.