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Dictionary definition and meaning for shield

SHIELD

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  • (noun) hard outer covering or case of certain organisms such as arthropods and turtles

    synonyms : carapace , cuticle , shell

    The color and shape of the carapace is different for different varieties of snakes. -added by Aswathy_inlas

  • (noun) armor carried on the arm to intercept blows

    synonyms : buckler
  • (noun) a protective covering or structure

  • (verb) protect, hide, or conceal from danger or harm

    synonyms : screen
  • (verb) hold back a thought or feeling about

    "She is harboring a grudge against him"

    synonyms : harbor , harbour

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