Crossword clue
Shelter crossword clue
We have 16 answers for the clue “Shelter”, from 3–9 letters. The most likely answer is HAVEN.
Top answer
HAVEN
5 letters · Place of safety
All answers for “Shelter”
| Answer | Letters | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 3-letter answers | ||
| LEE | 3 | Side sheltered from wind |
| HUT | 3 | Simple small shelter |
| 4-letter answers | ||
| SHED | 4 | Simple roofed shelter |
| TENT | 4 | Portable fabric shelter |
| 5-letter answers | ||
| HAVEN Best match | 5 | Place of safety |
| COVER | 5 | Protection from weather or attack |
| HOUSE | 5 | Verb: provide lodging for |
| 6-letter answers | ||
| REFUGE | 6 | Safe place or protection |
| ASYLUM | 6 | Protection granted by a state |
| HARBOR | 6 | Verb: give shelter to |
| SHIELD | 6 | Verb: protect from harm |
| SCREEN | 6 | Verb: shelter from view |
| 7-letter answers | ||
| RETREAT | 7 | Quiet, safe place |
| PROTECT | 7 | Verb: keep safe |
| BIVOUAC | 7 | Temporary open-air camp |
| 9-letter answers | ||
| SANCTUARY | 9 | Place of refuge |
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What does “Shelter” mean?
As a noun, a place giving protection from weather or danger; as a verb, to protect, or to take cover.
Solving tip
HAVEN and REFUGE are common; for the sheltered side of something, LEE is classic crosswordese.
Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to the crossword clue "Shelter"?
The most likely answer is HAVEN (5 letters) — Place of safety. Other common answers are REFUGE (6), LEE (3), COVER (5), ASYLUM (6).
How many letters are in the answer to "Shelter"?
Answers to "Shelter" range from 3–9 letters. Count the squares in your grid and use the length filter on this page to narrow the list.