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    Refugió (en. Shelter)

    /reˈfuxjo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Space designated for protection from danger or inclement weather.
    The mountain shelter offers accommodation for hikers.
    El refugio de montaña ofrece alojamiento a los senderistas.
    Help center for people in situations of risk.
    The shelter for abused women has seen an increase in attendees.
    El refugio para mujeres maltratadas ha crecido en número de asistentes.
    Safe place that provides protection or asylum.
    We are looking for a refuge for injured birds.
    Buscamos un refugio para las aves heridas.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'refugium', which means 'place of return'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    temporary refuge
    A place of shelter used for a short period.
    refugio temporal
    emergency shelter
    Facility designed to provide shelter for people in the face of disasters.
    refugio de emergencia
    seek refuge
    To try to find a safe place in the face of danger.
    buscar refugio

    Related Words

    to take shelter
    To provide shelter or asylum to someone.
    refugiar
    air raid shelter
    Facility designed to protect against air attacks.
    refugio antiaéreo
    refugee
    Person who has had to flee their country due to conflict or persecution.
    refugiado

    Slang Meanings

    A very safe place among friends.
    At Luis's house, there is always a refuge; no one can bother you.
    En casa de Luis siempre hay un refugio, nadie puede molestarte.
    A hideout or secret place.
    That cave is our refuge to escape.
    Esa cueva es nuestro refugio para escaparnos.