pop-up shelter

noun
UK /ˈpɒpʌp ˈʃɛltə/
US /ˈpɑːpʌp ˈʃɛltər/

A pop-up shelter is a small tent that you can open up very fast.

We set up the pop-up shelter on the beach in just a few seconds.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A temporary cover that springs open to protect people or things from sun or rain.

The runners waited under a pop-up shelter until the rain stopped.

3. A small foldable structure used at events or markets as a booth.

The vendor unfolded his pop-up shelter and displayed his crafts.

4. A quick-assembly refuge used in emergencies.

Rescue teams handed out pop-up shelters to families after the storm.