shelter

/ʃˈɛltɝ/

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Noun
a structure that provides privacy and protection from danger
Noun
protective covering that provides protection from the weather
Noun
the condition of being protected; "they were huddled together for protection"; "he enjoyed a sense of peace and protection in his new home"
Noun
a way of organizing business to reduce the taxes it must pay on current earnings
Noun
temporary housing for homeless or displaced persons
Verb
provide shelter for; "After the earthquake, the government could not provide shelter for the thousands of homeless people"
Verb
invest (money) so that it is not taxable
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