타격이나 미사일로부터 보호하기 위해 사용되는 넓은 금속 또는 기타 재료 조각; 또는 일반적인 보호를 제공하는 사람이나 물건.
A broad piece of metal, wood, or other suitable material, held by straps or a handle, used as a protection against blows or missiles; by extension, a person or thing providing general protection.
예문:
"The ancient warrior raised his heavy bronze shield just in time to deflect the arrow."
"The riot police formed a line, interlocking their shields to hold back the crowd."
"A thick layer of ozone acts as the Earth's shield against harmful ultraviolet radiation."
기계나 장비의 보호판, 스크린, 또는 덮개; 또는 방사선이나 전자기 간섭의 방출을 막거나 줄이는 데 사용되는 장치나 재료.
A protective plate, screen, or covering on machinery or equipment, or a device/material used to prevent or reduce the emission of radiation or electromagnetic interference.
예문:
"Engineers installed a lead shield around the reactor core to minimize radiation exposure."
"The cable required a braided metallic shield to prevent electromagnetic interference."
"The face shield protected the welder from sparks and intense light."
주로 선캄브리아기 암석으로 이루어진, 후기 지각 활동의 영향을 거의 받지 않은, 지각의 넓고 안정된 지역.
A large, stable area of the Earth's crust, typically composed of Precambrian rock, that has remained relatively unaffected by later tectonic activity.
예문:
"The Canadian Shield covers a vast area of North America and contains some of the oldest rocks on Earth."
"Geologists study the shield areas to understand early continental formation processes."
위험, 피해, 또는 불쾌함으로부터 (누군가 또는 무언가를) 보호하다.
To protect (someone or something) from danger, harm, or unpleasantness.
예문:
"She used her hand to shield her eyes from the sudden glare of the headlights."
"The government attempted to shield consumers from the immediate impact of rising oil prices."
"A large umbrella shielded the couple from the unexpected downpour."
(불법적으로) 숨겨주거나 공적인 감시나 법적 결과로부터 보호하다.
To hide or conceal (a person or action), often in order to protect them from legal consequences or public scrutiny.
예문:
"The powerful corporation tried to shield its executives from responsibility for the environmental disaster."
"Witnesses refused to cooperate, effectively shielding the suspect from prosecution."
방패 모양의 스포츠 우승 트로피; 또는 경찰관의 배지.
A sporting trophy shaped like a shield, typically consisting of an engraved metal plate mounted on wood; also, a police officer's badge.
예문:
"The winning football team proudly lifted the league shield after their final victory."
"He flashed his official police shield, demanding access to the restricted area."