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fothain — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • lee noun The sheltered side of something, away from the wind.
  • shelter noun A place, or structure, that protects you from bad weather, danger, or attack.

Senses

fothain is used for these senses in English:

  • shelter A place where a person or animal may find protection from the elements (especially rain, storms, or cold) sometimes as a place to sleep (such as a cave).
  • unsheltered Without shelter; exposed.

shelter — full definition

  1. noun A place, or structure, that protects you from bad weather, danger, or attack.
  2. noun An organization or building that offers temporary housing to people or animals who need it.
  3. verb To protect someone or something from harm, weather, or attack.
  4. verb To find or take cover somewhere.

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