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shield
nounmasculinegeneral useuncommon/ɐ̃.tɨ.ˈpa.ɾu/an·te·pa·ro
Definition
1An object or structure that serves as protection or a barrier against something.
Usage examples
“The wall acted as a shield against the strong wind.”
“He placed a glass shield to protect the painting.”
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shield against the windprotective shieldact as a shield