Providing protection or a safe place for someone or something from danger, weather, or harm.
From Middle English 'schelter,' possibly from Old English 'scyldan' (to shield) or possibly from Dutch 'schuilplaats.' The -ing suffix makes it a present participle showing ongoing action.
During WWII, ordinary people 'sheltering' Jewish families in their homes—risking their lives—became the hidden heroes of history whose names we'll never know.
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