The shield
Example: The knight held the shield to protect himself in battle.
Definition
"The shield" refers to a protective device used historically to block attacks, typically carried by warriors or soldiers to defend themselves in battle. It is usually a flat or curved piece made from materials like wood, metal, or leather, designed to absorb or deflect blows from weapons.
Etymology
The word "shield" originates from Old English 'scield' or 'scield,' meaning a protective device. It is related to Old Norse 'skjold' and German 'Schild,' all referring to similar protective gear. Did you know that shields have been used since ancient times, evolving in shape and material according to the needs of warriors?
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"The shield" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (A1) - set 1", containing 208 commonly used words.
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