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to shield
01
to protect or hide someone or something from harm or danger
Transitive: to shield sb/sth | to shield sb/sth from potential harm
Shield
02
hard outer covering or case of certain organisms such as arthropods and turtles
03
a protective covering or structure
shield
v
shielded
adj
shielded
adj
shielder
n
shielder
n
shielding
n
shielding
n
Example
The knight shielded the princess from the oncoming danger.
The reinforced structure has successfully shielded the inhabitants during the natural disaster.
A good umbrella can shield you from the rain.
A diplomatic agreement aims to shield countries from potential conflicts.
Parents often shield their children from distressing news.
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