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shelter

Pronunciation: [ˈʃɛltər]

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Learn how to use shelter in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “safety”

(noun) a shelter is a place that protects you from bad weather or danger. It keeps you warm and safe. Think of it as a cozy home or a place to go when you need protection.

Example

The children found a shelter from the rain under a big tree.

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Without shelter, the animals were exposed to the harsh winter storms.

Example

Where can we find a good shelter when it rains?

Context: “protection”

(verb) to shelter someone means to give them a safe place to stay. It's like offering them a spot where they won't get hurt or be exposed to danger.

Example

She decided to shelter the stray dog until she found its owner.

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He did not shelter his friends from the bad weather, and they got soaked.

Example

Are you going to shelter the kitten until it gets better?

How to pronounce shelter

Pronunciation: [ˈʃɛltər]

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