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sheltering Meaning & Definition

What Does Sheltering Mean?

Sheltering is used as a noun meaning A shelter; a structure beneath which one shelters. As a verb, it means present participle and gerund of shelter. As a verb, it means To provide cover from damage or harassment; to shield; to protect.

Sheltering Definition (Noun)

  1. A shelter; a structure beneath which one shelters.

Sheltering as a Verb

  1. present participle and gerund of shelter

Verb

  1. To provide cover from damage or harassment; to shield; to protect.
  2. To take cover.

    During the rainstorm, we sheltered under a tree.

Synonyms of Sheltering

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Sheltering in a Sentence

During the rainstorm, we sheltered under a tree.

Word Forms & Grammar

sheltering (plural shelterings)

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