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Definition sheltered in British English

sheltered adjective

adjective
/ˈʃeltə(r)d/
1

a sheltered place is not affected by bad weather

Example

These plants will flourish in a sunny sheltered position.

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2

someone who has had a sheltered life has not had the usual unpleasant experiences that most people have in their lives

Example

a sheltered life/upbringing/existence

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Definition sheltered in British English