Lieutenant in flimsy protection (7)

I believe the answer is:

shelter

(Other definitions for shelter that I've seen before include "Give protection" , "Let hers go into shielded place" , "Shield as from rain" , "Sanctuary, protection" , "Place of refuge" .)

I've seen this clue in The Sun.

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