noun
- protective barriers or coverings used to defend against attack or harm
- flat pieces of armor carried on the arm for protection in combat
Usage: historical
verb
- protects someone or something from danger, harm, or unpleasant experiences
Examples
- The riot police held up their shields against the thrown objects.
- Medieval knights carried heavy wooden shields into battle.
- The umbrella shields us from the rain.
- She shields her eyes from the bright sunlight.
- The mother shields her child from harsh criticism.
- Heat shields protect spacecraft during reentry.
- The company shields its employees from layoffs during tough times.