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Air-raid Shelter (Noun)

Meaning

A chamber (often underground) reinforced against bombing and provided with food and living facilities; used during air raids.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Examples

  • The school's air-raid shelter was equipped with medical supplies and communication devices in case of emergencies.
  • During World War II, many cities built extensive networks of air-raid shelters to protect civilians from bombing.
  • The air-raid shelter was designed to accommodate the entire family and was stocked with non-perishable food and water.
  • As the air raid sirens blared, the residents of the building rushed to the air-raid shelter for safety.
  • The old air-raid shelter beneath the city had been converted into a museum, showcasing the history of wartime defense.

Synonyms

  • Bombproof
  • Bomb Shelter

Hypernyms

  • Chamber
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