Protected from bad weather or danger. The sheltered cove provided a safe haven for the small boats during the storm.
Having a life that is protected from unpleasantness or difficulty. Growing up in a sheltered environment, she was unprepared for the challenges of the real world.
Provided with accommodation or facilities that offer protection and support, especially for elderly or vulnerable people. After his fall, he moved into a block of sheltered housing close to his family.