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shield

🇬🇧 UK/'ʃi:ld/🇺🇸 US
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Definitions

n.

A broad piece of armour carried to protect the body; anything that provides protection or defence.

盾，盾牌；防护物，保护者

v.

To protect or defend someone or something from harm or danger.

保护，庇护，遮蔽

🧩 Root Breakdown

Native English
shieldother
=shield

Common Collocations

  • 1.heat shield隔热盾／防热罩
  • 2.human shield人体盾牌
  • 3.shield from harm保护免受伤害
  • 4.serve as a shield充当保护屏障

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The knight raised his shield to block the enemy's sword.

  • 2.

    Parents often try to shield their children from the harsh realities of life.

  • 3.

    The new policy acts as a shield against unfair trade practices.

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