Definitions

1. noun

A small enclosure, often for an animal, especially a bear.

“The zookeeper took the bear back to its den after the storm.”

2. noun

A private room or space, especially for study, work, or leisure.

“He likes to go to his den to read a book and relax.”

3. verb

To provide with a den or a place to live.

“The organization dened the homeless people with temporary shelters.”

4. verb

To provide with a hiding place or a place of refuge.

“The tree dened the children from the rain.”