asilo meaning in English — asylum, shelter

English meaning

asylum noun Protection given by a country to someone fleeing danger or persecution in their own country.
shelter noun A place, or structure, that protects you from bad weather, danger, or attack.

asilo is used for these senses in English:

asylum A place of safety or refuge.
nursing home A place of residence for people who require constant nursing care and have significant deficiencies with activities of daily living, such as the elderly and younger adults with physical disabilities.
retirement village A residential complex designed for senior citizens who require little or no assistance from carers.
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).

noun Protection given by a country to someone fleeing danger or persecution in their own country.
noun A place of safety or refuge.
noun (dated) An institution for the care of people with mental illness.

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

manicômio hospício manicómio casa de repouso abrigo refúgio amparo proteger proteger-se refugiar refugiar-se