Definitions
There are 7 meanings of the word
Shelters.
Shelters - as a noun
A structure that provides privacy and protection from danger
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
construction16structure11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Protective covering that provides protection from the weather
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
protection14protective coverprotective coveringHyponyms (Broadly Related)
The condition of being protected
Example: "They were huddled together for protection"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
protection14Hypernyms (Closely Related)
security13Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A way of organizing business to reduce the taxes it must pay on current earnings
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
tax shelterTemporary housing for homeless or displaced persons
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
housing11living accommodationslodging10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"During the storm, many people sought refuge in emergency shelters."
"The hurricane caused extensive damage to several coastal shelters."
"The villagers built underground shelters to protect themselves from enemy attacks."
"The refugee camp provided temporary shelters for families displaced by the war."
"The charity organization raised funds to build new shelters for the homeless."
Word Game Points
Is SHELTERS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, shelters is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SHELTERS has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is SHELTERS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, shelters is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSHELTERS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is SHELTERS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, shelters is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSHELTERS has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
