Protected place (7)

I believe the answer is:

shelter

(Other definitions for shelter that I've seen before include "Protective structure" , "Sanctuary; protect" , "Cover, protection" , "Place of refuge" , "Give protection" .)

I've seen this clue in the King Feature Syndicate.

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