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    Escudos (en. Shields)

    /esˈkuðos/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Coin that was used as a monetary unit in various Spanish-speaking countries.
    He collects ancient shields from Spain.
    Él colecciona escudos antiguos de España.
    Shield as a symbol of protection or defense.
    The coat of arms represents the family's history.
    El escudo de armas representa la historia de la familia.
    Unit of account in some Latin American countries.
    The Chilean shield was replaced by the peso.
    El escudo chileno fue reemplazado por el peso.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'scutum', meaning 'shield' or 'protection'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    under the shield
    under the protection of someone or something.
    bajo el escudo
    shield of protection
    object or symbol that provides defense.
    escudo de protección
    to serve as a shield
    to protect or cover something from an attack or damage.
    hacer escudo

    Related Words

    coat of arms
    heraldic emblem representing a family or institution.
    escudo de armas
    squire
    person who assists a knight.
    escudero
    to shield
    to protect or defend.
    escudar

    Slang Meanings

    Money in an informal form.
    I have no shields to go out tonight.
    No tengo escudos para salir esta noche.
    Protection or backing in a complicated situation.
    That contract is my shield in business.
    Ese contrato es mi escudo en el negocio.