a structure that provides privacy and protection from danger

protective covering that provides protection from the weather

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 ]

a way of organizing business to reduce the taxes it must pay on current earnings

[ Syn: tax shelter ]

temporary housing for homeless or displaced persons

provide shelter for; After the earthquake, the government could not provide shelter for the thousands of homeless people'

invest (money) so that it is not taxable