How to Spell shield
shield
//ʃiːld//
shield - noun
- Anything that protects or defends; defense; shelter; protection.
- A shape like that of a shield; usually, an inverted triangle with sides that curve inward to form a pointed bottom, commonly used for police identifications and company logos.
- A large expanse of exposed stable Precambrian rock.
- A place with a toilet seat: an outhouse; a lavatory.
Source: Free Dictionary
Usage examples
A shield is something that protects you, like armor knights wore. It can also mean to protect or defend.
Common misspellings
sheild, shiel, shild
Word family
shields, shielded, shielding
Not sure what level your child is at?
Take the free 6 minute placement test.
More from General Vocabulary
SpellingJoy for Schools
One licence for the whole school.
Every teacher and every student in the building, a shared word-list library, every printable pack and a monthly report for the principal. Classroom practice stays free for teachers either way.