screen; shield; barrier; electromagnetic shielding
Meanings
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to screen; to shield; to block like a folding screen
Describes physically blocking or covering something like a screen, often for privacy or protection.
This mountain blocks the view from one side like a screen.
Use a fence to screen off the courtyard.
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The dense woods shielded out the noise from outside.
noun
protective screen; barrier
Refers to a physical or metaphorical protective barrier that shields an area.
Donghai Island serves as a natural barrier for Leizhou Bay.
This mountain range forms a protective screen for the northern region.
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Forests are a green barrier preventing soil erosion.
verb
to shield (electronics); to screen (electromagnetic interference)
technicalTechnical term in electronics and telecommunications referring to electromagnetic shielding using conductive materials.
The engineer shielded the circuit with a metal enclosure.
This room is specially treated to block cell phone signals.
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The shielding layer of the cable can prevent electromagnetic interference.