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shield Definition and Meaning in English (shield definition)

noun
Synonyms:bucklerguard
Quick Answer • Definition

Shield definition: A broad piece of defensive armor, carried on the arm, for protection from blows or missiles.

Definitions of Shield

  1. 1noun

    A broad piece of defensive armor, carried on the arm, for protection from blows or missiles.

  2. 2verb

    To protect or defend someone or something from danger, harm, or an unpleasant experience.

Example Sentences

formal

“The knight carried a heavy shield into battle.”

casual

“She tried to shield her eyes from the bright sunlight.”

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Inflected Word Forms

past tenseshielded
present participleshielding
agent nounshield-bearer

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

shield of anonymityexpression

The protection provided by being unknown or unidentified.

shield from harmcollocation

To protect someone or something from injury or damage.

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Shield definition: A broad piece of defensive armor, carried on the arm, for protection from blows or missiles.
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'Shield' translates to 'shield' in English. Shield definition: A broad piece of defensive armor, carried on the arm, for protection from blows or missiles.
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