1. Noun
That which covers or defends from injury or annoyance; a protection; a screen.
2. Noun
One who protects; a guardian; a defender.
3. Noun
The state of being covered and protected; protection; security.
4. Verb
To be a shelter for; to provide with a shelter; to cover from injury or annoyance; to shield; to protect.
5. Verb
To screen or cover from notice; to disguise.
6. Verb
To betake to cover, or to a safe place; -- used reflexively.
7. Verb
To take shelter.
8. Noun
the condition of being protected; "they were huddled together for protection"; "he enjoyed a sense of peace and protection in his new home"
Vocabulary classified under Medicine and healthcare
9. Noun
a structure that provides privacy and protection from danger
Vocabulary classified under Literature and rhetoric
10. Noun
temporary housing for homeless or displaced persons
Vocabulary classified under Literature and rhetoric
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