Shielding
/ˈʃiːldɪŋ/
Synonyms
- covering
- defense
- protection
- guarding
- sheltering
Slang Meanings
To act overly protective or cautious.
He's been shielding his kids from everything; they don't even know what social media is.
To defend someone's reputation or actions, often excessively.
She was shielding him from criticism, even when he deserved it.