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Shielding (Noun)

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

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

The nuclear reactor's core was surrounded by thick shielding to prevent radiation from escaping.
The scientists took precautions by wearing protective suits and standing behind shielding during the experiment.
To minimize exposure to radiation, the hospital's radiology department was built with heavy shielding in the walls.
The astronauts' space suits included shielding to protect them from cosmic radiation during their mission.
The storage facility for radioactive waste was designed with multiple layers of shielding to prevent leakage.

The act of shielding from harm.

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Her selfless act of shielding her younger brother from the physical attack would never be forgotten.
The mother's primary instinct was shielding her child from any potential dangers that the world brought.
The bodyguard was shielding the celebrity from the overwhelming crowd as they made their way through the event.
The parents were accused of shielding their child from the harsh realities of the world and as a result their child was not prepared for adulthood.
The police officer was commended for his bravery in shielding civilians from the shooter during the emergency.

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

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

The computer case included shielding to protect the internal components from electromagnetic interference.
Shielding was crucial in the design of the sensitive medical equipment to prevent data corruption.
The metal mesh used for shielding the communication devices helped to reduce signal loss and static.
The engineers carefully applied shielding to the electrical circuits to minimize the impact of external electromagnetic fields.
The shielding material effectively blocked the electromagnetic radiation and ensured the smooth operation of the electronic devices.