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SHELTERING

(noun, verb)
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Definitions

There are 7 meanings of the word Sheltering.

Sheltering - as a noun

Protective covering that provides protection from the weather

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
protectionprotective coverprotective covering
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The condition of being protected

Example: "They were huddled together for protection"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
protection
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
security
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

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

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
tax shelter

Temporary housing for homeless or displaced persons

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
housingliving accommodationslodging
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Sheltering - as a verb

Provide shelter for

Example: "After the earthquake, the government could not provide shelter for the thousands of homeless people"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
furnishofferproviderendersupply
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Invest (money) so that it is not taxable

Example Sentences

"The family found sheltering animals to be a rewarding experience."
"The sheltering arms of the old oak tree provided a cool spot to escape the sun."
"The sheltering raincoat kept her dry during the storm."
"The sheltering blanket kept the baby warm and cozy."
"They sought sheltering caves to hide from the approaching storm."
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Word Game Points

Is SHELTERING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, sheltering is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SHELTERING has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is SHELTERING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, sheltering is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SHELTERING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is SHELTERING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, sheltering is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SHELTERING has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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