shielding

• Substantiv, das die Handlung oder das Material bezeichnet, mit dem man sich vor Schaden, Strahlung oder elektromagnetischen Störungen schützt, z. B. eine Blei- oder Betonbarriere bei radioaktivem Zerfall oder ein Metallgeflecht für elektronische Geräte.

A noun referring to the act or material used to protect against harm, radiation, or electromagnetic interference, such as a barrier of lead or concrete for nuclear decay or a metal mesh for electronic equipment.

unzählbar

1. Protection from harmB2formal

   The act of protecting someone or something from danger, injury, or unwanted influence.

   Schutz

   • The bodyguard was responsible for the shielding of the VIP.
   • Parents often engage in shielding their children from negative influences.
   • The shielding of witnesses is crucial in high-profile cases.

   Synonymebulwarkcoverdefenseguardprotectionscreenshelter

   Antonymeexposurevulnerability

2. Radiation barrierC1formalscientific

   A barrier made of materials like lead or concrete designed to block or reduce radiation emitted during nuclear decay.

   Strahlenschutz

   • The nuclear reactor is surrounded by thick concrete shielding.
   • Lead shielding is used to protect workers from X-ray exposure.
   • The design of the shielding must meet strict safety standards.

   Synonymebarrierprotectionscreenshield

   Antonymeexposure

3. Electromagnetic shieldC1formaltechnical

   An arrangement of metal mesh or plates designed to protect electronic equipment from external electromagnetic interference.

   Elektromagnetische Abschirmung

   • The circuit board is enclosed in a metal shielding to prevent interference.
   • Proper shielding is essential for sensitive medical devices.
   • The technician installed additional shielding around the communication equipment.

   Synonymescreenscreeningshield

• Verb, das die Handlung bezeichnet, jemanden oder etwas vor Schaden, Gefahr oder unerwünschtem Einfluss zu schützen oder abzuschirmen.

A verb used to indicate the act of protecting or defending someone or something from harm, danger, or unwanted influence.

1. Protect from harmB1formal

   To protect, hide, or conceal someone or something from danger or harm.

   Schützen

   • The mother shielded her child from the rain with an umbrella.
   • He shielded his eyes from the bright sunlight.
   • The new policy aims to shield consumers from fraudulent practices.

   Synonymecoverdefendguardprotectsafeguardscreenshelter

   Antonymeendangerexposeimperiljeopardize

2. Suppress a thought or feelingB2informal

   To hold back or conceal a thought or feeling about something.

   Unterdrücken

   • She shielded her true emotions during the difficult conversation.
   • He tried to shield his disappointment with a smile.
   • They shielded their doubts about the plan from the team.

   Synonymebottle upburyconcealhidehold backrepressrestrainsmotherstiflesuppress