1. a structure that provides protection from weather or danger
2. protection or safety from harm, danger, or bad weather
3. a place providing temporary housing for homeless people or animals

1. to provide protection or cover for someone or something
2. to take cover or find protection

Examples

• We built a shelter from branches and leaves.
• The bus stop provided shelter from the rain.
• Many homeless people stay at the local shelter.
• The trees sheltered us from the wind.
• The family sheltered in the basement during the storm.
• She sheltered the kitten under her coat.
• The cave offered perfect shelter for the night.