Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
shant
Noun
/ʃænt/
Definition
A small, crude shelter or dwelling, often made of temporary materials.
Examples
- We found a cozy shant by the river where we could rest for the night.
- In the winter, the old shant was snug with its wooden walls and a hot stove.
Meaning
The term refers to a simple house or hut, typically found in rural or impoverished areas.
Synonyms
- shack
- hut
- cabin
- shack
