n. [ Icel. skjōl a shelter, a cover; akin to Dan. & Sw. skjul. ] A hut or small cottage in an exposed or a retired place (as on a mountain or at the seaside) such as is used by shepherds, fishermen, sportsmen, etc.; a summer cottage; also, a shed. [ Written also sheel, shealing, sheiling, etc. ] [ Scot. ] [ 1913 Webster ]