Definition of shield - Reverso English Dictionary
Verb
1.
safety actiontr. protect from a danger or risktr.
- She shielded her eyes from the bright light..
2.
defense actiontr./intr. block an attack physically or figurativelytr./intr.
- He shielded the blow with his forearm..
3.
sun glaretr. put a hand above eyes to block sunlighttr.
- She shielded her eyes from the bright sun.
Noun
1.
defensearmor carried on the arm to intercept blows
- The knight raised his shield to block the attack.
2.
law enforcementUS police badge that represents authorityUS
- The detective flashed his shield to gain entry to the crime scene..
3.
protectionfield of energy that protects or defends
- The spaceship activated its shield to repel the attack.
4.
roadsUS sign identifying a highway routeUS
- We followed the shield to stay on the correct road.
5.
volcanoTECH. wide and low-profiled volcano made of lava flowsTECH.
- Mauna Loa is a famous shield volcano.
6.
heraldryTECH. shape used for displaying armorial bearingsTECH.
- The family crest was emblazoned on a shield.
7.
geologyTECH. large expanse of exposed stable Precambrian rockTECH.
- The Canadian Shield is a vast geological feature.
8.
nuclear protectionTECH. structure around a nuclear reactor to prevent radiation escapeTECH.
- The reactor's shield ensures safety from radiation.
Images of shield
armor carried on the arm to intercept blows 
police badge that represents authority 
wide and low-profiled volcano made of lava flows 
shape used for displaying armorial bearings 
large expanse of exposed stable Precambrian rock 
structure around a nuclear reactor to prevent radiation escape
Expressions with shield
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people used to divert attention from accusations
The politician used his staff as a human shield.
become less defensive or guarded
After a while, he began to lower his shield and open up.
in a position of defense or safety
The soldiers stayed behind the shield during the attack.
protective barrier or cover that blocks danger from reaching people
The machine must not run unless the safety shield is closed.
protective cover worn on face to block hazards
Wear a face shield when working with chemicals.
protect someone from negative comments or judgments
The manager tried to shield the team from criticism after the loss.
increase protection or defense
The company raised the shield against cyber threats.
insect with a shield-like shape
The shield bug rested on the leaf.
lightweight handheld shield used for crowd or riot control
The officer raised his riot shield to block the thrown object.
pad to prevent sweat stains on clothes
She wore a dress shield to keep her blouse dry.
resembling the outline of a traditional shield
The logo features a shield-shaped emblem.
coating that shields objects from excessive heat
The car's engine has a heat shield to prevent overheating.
protective barrier that reduces harmful energy from nuclear or space rays
Astronauts rely on the spacecraft's radiation shield during long missions.
protective cover for breastfeeding nipples
She used a nipple shield to ease the pain.
common aquatic plant with white yellow-spotted flowers
We found a water-shield in the lake.
type of volcano with broad, gentle slopes formed by fluid lava flows
The Mauna Loa in Hawaii is an example of a shield volcano..
reduction in taxes through allowable deductions
The company used a tax shield to lower its tax bill.
protective barrier against radiation in nuclear settings
The reactor's biological shield is made of concrete.
protective device that blocks or reduces unwanted magnetic fields
The engineers installed a magnetic shield around the sensitive sensors.
fern of the genus Polystichum with shield-like sori
Polystichum shield ferns are common in temperate forests.
Origin of shield
Old English, scield (protection)
Terms with shield included in their meaning
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protection
shield from light or heat
clothing
brimmed hat or cap designed to shield the eyes from the sun
protection
shield for the eyes, like the brim of a cap or helmet
safety
intended to shield from harm or damage
protect
shield someone from blame or harm
insect protection
netting to shield plants from insects
surface shield
covered with a thin protective layer
physical barrier
covering to shield from damage or harm
argumentative shield
justification or argument to counter opposing views
safety
laboratory eyewear to shield eyes from chemicals
safety glasses
glasses designed to shield eyes from harm
protection
to guard or shield someone from harm or danger
safety clothing
clothing designed to shield from harm or danger
technology
methods or materials that shield objects or people from extreme temperatures
protection
shield or separate something very securely
mythology
mythological shield of Zeus or Athena
protection
material used to shield edges from wear or impact
hygiene
clear shield used in public spaces for hygiene
safety gear
device worn to shield the throat from injury
horse shield
shield on a horse's bridle
heraldry
hereditary symbols on a shield or escutcheon
science fiction
invisible barrier used as a protective shield
vehicle part
shield attached to a vehicle to block mud or water
government shield
legal protection for public officials from lawsuits
Examples of shield in a sentence
The umbrella shielded them from the sudden rain. She shielded her eyes from the bright light. The soldiers shielded the civilians during the attack. He shielded his face from the sudden rain. They shielded their eyes from the glaring headlights. He polished his shield before the battle.
The shield bore the family crest proudly. He proudly wore his shield on his uniform. The officer's shield was pinned to his chest. The shield absorbed the impact of the meteor. A powerful shield protected the fortress from invaders. The blue shield marked the interstate exit. A route shield showed that Highway 8 continued north. The shield volcano erupted after years of dormancy. Scientists studied the shield volcano's lava flow patterns. The knight's shield bore the royal insignia. Each shield in the hall represented a noble family. The shield in Africa is rich in minerals. Scientists study the shield to understand Earth's history. The shield was inspected for any radiation leaks. Engineers reinforced the shield to enhance safety.
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- French:protéger, bouclier, ...
- German:schützen, Schild, ...
- Italian:proteggere, scudo, ...
- Spanish:proteger, escudo, ...
- Portuguese:proteger, escudo, ...
- Chinese:保护, 盾牌, ...
- Japanese:守る, 盾, ...
- Arabic:وَقَى, دِرْع, ...
- Hebrew:לְהָגֵן, מָגֵן, ...
- Russian:защищать, щит, ...
- Ukrainian:захищати, щит, ...
- Hindi:बचाना, ढाल, ...
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