shield
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/ʃiːld/
protection
Etymology
Etymology Information
'shield' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'scield', where 'scield' meant 'protection'.
Historical Evolution
'scield' changed from Old English to the modern English word 'shield'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'protection or defense', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a broad piece of armor, varying widely in form and size, carried apart from the body, usually on the left arm, as a defense against swords, lances, arrows, etc.
The knight held his shield firmly against the oncoming arrows.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35