242 Synonyms for Shield: helmet, quarter

shield (242 synonym found)

Shield has 242 synonyms. The top synonyms for shield are helmet, quarter, rose, garland, sable, azure, quartering, scutcheon and 234 more. Another word for shield is helmet. Browse the full list below.

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What is a synonym for shield?

A common synonym for shield is helmet. Other synonyms include quarter, rose, garland, sable.

How many synonyms does shield have?

Shield has 242 synonyms listed on Thesaurasize.

What does shield mean?

(n): a broad piece of defensive armor, carried on the arm, formerly in general use in war, for the protection of the body; anything which protects or defends; defense; shelter; protection Example: "15

Definition of shield:

(n) : a broad piece of defensive armor, carried on the arm, formerly in general use in war, for the protection of the body; anything which protects or defends; defense; shelter; protection

"1599: Knocks go and come; God's vassals drop and die; And sword and shield, In bloody field, Doth win immortal fame. — William Shakespeare, Henry V, Act III, Scene II, line 8."

(v) : to protect, to defend; to protect from the influence of

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