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SHIELDING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Shielding.

Shielding - as a noun

The act of shielding from harm

A shield of lead or concrete intended as a barrier to radiation emitted in nuclear decay

Shield consisting of an arrangement of metal mesh or plates designed to protect electronic equipment from ambient electromagnetic interference

Shielding - as a verb

To protect, to defend.

To protect from the influence of

Example Sentences

"The mountains acted as a natural shielding against the strong winds."
"She put on a hat to provide shielding from the hot sun."
"The detective was shielding the witness from the media."
"The government has taken steps to encourage shielding vulnerable populations during the pandemic."
"The umbrella served as a shielding against the rain."
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Word Game Points

Is SHIELDING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, shielding is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SHIELDING has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is SHIELDING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, shielding is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SHIELDING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is SHIELDING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, shielding is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SHIELDING has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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