shields
word · lemma: shield
/ˈʃiɫdz/
sheeldz
/ʃˈiːldz/
sheeldz
Definition
Protective objects used to block attacks or danger, especially in battle. Also refers to anything that provides protection.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used for physical protection in historical and fantasy contexts ('knights with shields'), but can be metaphorical ('shields against infection'). Usually plural in contexts with groups or multiple items.
Spanish: escudosPortuguese (BR): escudosPortuguese (PT): escudosChinese (Simplified): 盾牌Chinese (Traditional): 盾牌Hindi: ढालेंArabic: دروعBengali: ঢাল - রক্ষা কবচRussian: щитыJapanese: 盾（たて）Vietnamese: lá chắnKorean: 방패Turkish: kalkanlarUrdu: ڈھالیںIndonesian: perisai
Example Sentences
Medieval knights held shields during fights.
basic
Doctors see vaccines as shields against many diseases.
natural
Those sunglasses are like shields for your eyes on sunny days.
natural
Modern phones have screen protectors, which act as shields from scratches.
natural
The soldiers carried their shields into battle.
basic
The police used shields to protect themselves.
basic