Mo. Rev. Stat. § 455.200: Definitions.

As used in sections 455.200 to 455.230, unless the context clearly requires otherwise, the following words and phrases mean:

(1) "Designated authority" , the board, commission, agency, or other body designated under the provisions of section 488.445 as the authority to administer the allocation and distribution of funds to shelters;

(2) "Shelter for victims of domestic violence" or "shelter" , a facility established for the purpose of providing temporary residential service or facilities to family or household members who are victims of domestic violence.