Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Shields.
How to pronounce shields:
US
Shields - as a noun
A protective covering or structure
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
protection14protective coverprotective coveringHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Armor carried on the arm to intercept blows
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
buckler15Hypernyms (Closely Related)
armor7armour8Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Hard outer covering or case of certain organisms such as arthropods and turtles
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
carapace14cuticle11shell8Hypernyms (Closely Related)
scute7Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The ancient warriors carried bronze shields into battle."
"The spacecraft was equipped with thermal shields for re-entry."
"The rioters used makeshift shields to protect themselves."
"The medieval castle had massive stone shields on its walls."
"The spaceship's energy shields protected it from enemy fire."
Word Game Points
Is SHIELDS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, shields is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SHIELDS has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is SHIELDS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, shields is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSHIELDS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is SHIELDS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, shields is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSHIELDS has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
