[{"Bold_text": "noun", "List Items": ["something beneath, behind, or within which a person, animal, or thing is protected from storms, missiles, adverse conditions, etc.; refuge.Synonyms: harbor , haven , shield , sanctuary , asylum , retreat", "the protection or refuge afforded by such a thing:He took shelter in a nearby barn.", "protection from blame, incrimination, etc.", "a dwelling place or home considered as a refuge from the elements:Everyone's basic needs are food, clothing, and shelter.", "a building serving as a temporary refuge or residence for abandoned animals, people who are homeless, etc.:animal shelter.homeless shelter;animal shelter.", "Finance. tax shelter tax shelter."]}, {"Bold_text": "verb (used with object)", "List Items": ["to be a shelter for; afford shelter to:The old barn sheltered him from the rain.Synonyms: house , harbor", "to provide with a shelter; place under cover.", "to protect, as by shelter; take under one's protection:Parents should not try to shelter their children from normal childhood disappointments.Synonyms: defend , shield , safeguard , guard", "Finance.to invest (money) in a tax shelter."]}, {"Bold_text": "verb (used without object)", "List Items": ["to take shelter; find a refuge:Students sheltered in the gymnasium when they heard the tornado sirens.", "Finance.to invest money in a tax shelter."]}]