shielding

• Substantivo que designa a ação ou o material usado para proteger contra danos, radiação ou interferência eletromagnética, como uma barreira de chumbo ou concreto contra radiação nuclear ou uma malha metálica para equipamentos eletrônicos.

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.

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1. Protection from harmB2formal

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

   Proteção

   • 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.

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2. Radiation barrierC1formalscientific

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

   Blindagem radiológica

   • 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.

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3. Electromagnetic shieldC1formaltechnical

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

   Blindagem eletromagnética

   • 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.

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• Verbo usado para indicar a ação de proteger ou defender alguém ou algo de dano, perigo ou influência indesejada, muitas vezes servindo como barreira.

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.

   Proteger

   • 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.

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2. Suppress a thought or feelingB2informal

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

   Reprimir

   • 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.

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