abriter

abriter
A transitive verb is a verb that requires a direct object (e.g., acheter).
transitive verb
a. to shelter
Les énormes pins ont abrité la maison du blizzard.The huge pine trees sheltered the house from the blizzard.
a. to house
Cette résidence universitaire peut abriter jusqu'à 120 étudiants.This dorm can house up to 120 students.
b. to accommodate
L'appartement que nous avons loué à Paris ne pouvait abriter que deux personnes. Il était minuscule !The apartment we rented in Paris could only accommodate two people. It was tiny!
a. to contain
La collection du musée abrite plusieurs toiles de maître.The museum's collection contains several master paintings.
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