Basic Details
Word: Shelter
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A place that provides protection or a safe place to stay.
Synonyms: Protection, refuge, haven
Antonyms: Danger, exposure
Idioms and Phrases
- Seek shelter: To look for a safe place or refuge. Example: "When the storm hit, we had to seek shelter in a nearby building."
- Under someone's wing: To be taken care of or protected by someone. Example: "The kind teacher kept her students under her wing during the school trip."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The children found a shelter from the rain under a large tree.
Example 2: The local charity provides shelter for homeless people during the winter months.
Example 3: Animals often seek shelter in burrows to stay safe from predators.
Fun Fact
The word "shelter" comes from the Old English word "scield," which means "to shield or protect." It has been used for centuries to describe safe places for people and animals.
Famous Quote
"The best part of being friends is that you can always find shelter in each other's hearts." Anonymous
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "shelter" mean?
a) A type of food
b) A place that provides protection
c) A form of clothing
d) A kind of exercise
Answer: b) A place that provides protection
2. Which of these is a synonym of "shelter"?
a) Food
b) Shelter
c) Refuge
d) Walk
Answer: c) Refuge
3. Which of the following is an antonym of "shelter"?
a) Protection
b) Danger
c) Haven
d) Coverage
Answer: b) Danger
4. Which sentence uses "shelter" correctly?
a) We need shelter from the sun while we play outside.
b) The shelter of the dog was barking loudly.
c) She sheltered the plants in her garden.
d) The ink spilled all over the shelter.
Answer: a) We need shelter from the sun while we play outside.
5. What does "seek shelter" mean?
a) To hide from someone
b) To look for a safe place
c) To run a race
d) To make a cake
Answer: b) To look for a safe place
