3. To betake to cover, or to a safe place; -- used reflexively.

They sheltered themselves under a rock.

Abp. Abbot.

Shel"ter, v. i. To take shelter.

There oft the Indian herdsman, shunning heat, Shelters in cool.

Milton.

Shel"ter*less, a. Destitute of shelter or protection.

Now sad and shelterless perhaps she lies.

Rowe.

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