noun Download 🔗Share Anything that protects or defends; defense; shelter; protection. Examples : "The strong, metal shield protected the knight from the enemy's attacks. " military weapon Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A shape like that of a shield; usually, an inverted triangle with sides that curve inward to form a pointed bottom, commonly used for police identifications and company logos. Examples : "The police officer wore a special vest with a reflective shield on the front, clearly identifying her as a member of the force. " police mark heraldry Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A large expanse of exposed stable Precambrian rock. Examples : "The hikers were protected by the vast shield of ancient rock, which rose high above the valley. " geology geography Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A place with a toilet seat: an outhouse; a lavatory. Examples : "The old farmhouse had a small shield out back for guests to use. " place utility architecture Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share Parts at the front and back of a vehicle which are meant to absorb the impact of a collision Examples : "The car's front and rear shields helped to protect the passengers during the accident. " vehicle part Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb Download 🔗Share To protect, to defend. Examples : "The mother shielded her child from the angry dog. " military action Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb Download 🔗Share To protect from the influence of Examples : "The teacher shielded her students from the distracting noise outside the classroom. " action military Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
