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[ noun ] the act of shielding from harm
Used in print (J. F. Vedder, "Micrometeorites", in Francis S. J...)The figures in the next-to-last column are derived with the assumption of 50 per_cent shielding by the Earth ; hence , these figures apply immediately above the Earth 's atmosphere . Related terms |
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[ noun ] a shield of lead or concrete intended as a barrier to radiation emitted in nuclear decay
Used in print (The Family Fallout Shelter. Office of Civil and Defence...)Radio reception is cut_down by the shielding necessary to keep_out radiation . If there is time after the warning , the basement shielding could be improved substantially by blocking windows with bricks , dirt , books , magazines , or other heavy material . Related terms |
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[ adjective ] actively protective
Synonyms Examples "provided covering fire for the platoon that was moving up" Related terms |
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[ noun ] shield consisting of an arrangement of metal mesh or plates designed to protect electronic equipment from ambient electromagnetic interference
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