Advertisement
Vocabulary Entry
shield
|noun • verb • adjective
Advertisement
N
noun
A broad piece of armor carried on the arm or mounted on a support, used for protection against weapons.
Example Sentences
"The knight raised his shield to block the incoming arrows."
"She polished her grandfather's antique shield, which was decorated with a family crest."
"In battle, a shield can mean the difference between life and death."
V
verb
To protect or defend from harm or danger.
Example Sentences
"The law was created to shield citizens from discrimination."
"He used his body to shield the child from the falling debris."
"The company implements measures to shield its data from cyber threats."
A
adjective
Referring to something that offers protection or defense.
Example Sentences
"They installed shielded windows to enhance security in the building."
"The shielded cables minimized the risk of interference."
"Her shielded emotions made it difficult for others to understand her."