Meaning of SHIELDING

Pronunciation:			sh'eelding
WordNet Dictionary
	Definition:		[n]  the act of shielding from harm [n]  a shield of lead or concrete intended as a barrier to radiation emitted in nuclear decay [n]  shield consisting of an arrangement of metal mesh or plates designed to protect electronic equipment from ambient electromagnetic interference [adj]  actively protective; "provided covering fire for the platoon that was moving up"
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	Synonyms:		covering, protective
	See Also:		protection, shield