shielding

• Существительное, обозначающее действие или материал, используемый для защиты от вреда, радиации или электромагнитных помех, например, барьер из свинца или бетона для ядерного распада или металлическая сетка для электронного оборудования.

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.

uncountable

1. Protection from harmB2formal

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

   Защита

   • 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.

   Synonymsbulwarkcoverdefenseguardprotectionscreenshelter

   Antonymsexposurevulnerability

2. Radiation barrierC1formalscientific

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

   Радиационная защита

   • 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.

   Synonymsbarrierprotectionscreenshield

   Antonymsexposure

3. Electromagnetic shieldC1formaltechnical

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

   Электромагнитный экран

   • 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.

   Synonymsscreenscreeningshield

• Глагол, используемый для обозначения действия по защите или обороне кого-либо или чего-либо от вреда, опасности или нежелательного влияния.

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.

   Защищать

   • 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.

   Synonymscoverdefendguardprotectsafeguardscreenshelter

   Antonymsendangerexposeimperiljeopardize

2. Suppress a thought or feelingB2informal

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

   Подавлять

   • 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.

   Synonymsbottle upburyconcealhidehold backrepressrestrainsmotherstiflesuppress