A conical shelter is a type of structure that is shaped like a cone and is used for protection from the elements. The two crossword solutions for this term are 'TEPEE' (5 letters) and 'TEEPEE' (6 letters). Tepees and teepees are traditional dwellings of Native American tribes, made of animal skins or birch bark and supported by wooden poles. They were designed to be easily dismantled and moved, making them ideal for nomadic lifestyles.