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shield
1. A housing, screen, sheath, or cover that substantially reduces the coupling of electric, magnetic, or electromagnetic fields into or out of circuits or transmission lines. 2. A protective cover that prevents the accidental contact of objects or persons with parts or components operating at hazardous voltage levels.
- Part of Speech: noun
- Industry/Domain: Telecommunications
- Category: General telecom
- Company: ATIS
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