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shielding

/ˈʃiːldɪŋ/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does shielding mean?

noun, verb

The act of protecting or defending something, or a device that absorbs or blocks electromagnetic radiation. The act of protecting or defending something, or a device that absorbs or blocks electromagnetic radiation.

Example

"The shielding on the satellite helped to block out the intense solar radiation."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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