shelter

n 1: a structure that provides privacy and protection from danger

2: a covering that provides protection from the weather

3: the condition of being protected; "they were huddled

together for protection"; "he enjoyed a sense of peace and

protection in his new home" [syn: {protection}]

4: a way of organizing business to reduce the taxes it must pay

[syn: {tax shelter}]

v : provide shelter for [syn: {bield}]