shields
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Art & Architecture Thesaurus
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shields
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General term for armor pieces carried in the hand or on the arm, used to parry an opponent's blows or provide shelter from projectiles. They have existed worldwide throughout history in a wide variety of sizes, shapes, and materials.
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shields (armor)
shield
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