1. past tense of winter; spent the winter in a particular place
2. past tense of winter; provided with shelter, food, or care during winter

Examples

• The birds wintered in South America before returning north.
• Our family wintered in Florida to escape the cold.
• The cattle were wintered in the barn during the harsh months.
• She wintered her horses at the stable in town.
• The research team wintered at the Antarctic base station.
• Many retirees have wintered in warmer climates for decades.