skjold — meaning in English
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English meaning
Senses
skjold is used for these senses in English:
- shell The conjoined scutes that constitute the "shell" (carapace) of a tortoise or turtle.
- shell (computing) An operating system software user interface, whose primary purpose is to launch other programs and control their interactions; the user's command interpreter. Shell is a way to separate the internal complexity of the implementation of the command from the user. The internals can change while the user experience/interface remains the same.
- shield A broad piece of defensive armor, held in hand, formerly in general use in war, for the protection of the body.
- shield Anything that protects or defends; defense; shelter; protection.
shell — full definition
- noun The hard outer covering of certain animals, such as snails, crabs, and turtles, or of eggs and nuts.
- noun An explosive projectile fired from artillery.
- noun The outer frame or structure of something, especially when unfinished or empty inside.
- noun A computer program that provides a command-line interface for interacting with an operating system.
- verb To remove the outer covering from something, such as a nut or pea.
shield — full definition
- noun A piece of protective armour carried in the hand or on the arm to block blows or weapons.
- noun Anything that protects or defends against harm, danger, or influence.
- noun An inverted-triangle shape used for badges, logos, or coats of arms; also, informally, a police badge.
- verb To protect or defend someone or something from harm.