A shield is an object used to PROTECT oneself from physical or emotional harm. The term can be used to describe a variety of objects, including a CLOAK (5 letters), which is a loose outer garment worn to CONCEAL one's identity; a SAFEGUARD (9 letters), which is a measure taken to PROTECT something from harm; a BUCKLER (7 letters), which is a small round shield; an INSULATE (8 letters), which is to PROTECT from heat, cold, or sound; an ESCUTCHEON (10 letters), which is a shield or emblem bearing a coat of arms; CONCEAL (7 letters), which is to keep something secret; HIDE (4 letters), which is to put something out of sight; an EGIS (4 letters), which is a shield or protection symbolized by a figure of a goat-headed woman; a BADGE (5 letters), which is a distinguishing mark or sign; GUARD (5 letters), which is to watch over and PROTECT; DEFEND (6 letters), which is to PROTECT from attack; INSURE (6 letters), which is to provide protection against loss; and PROTECT (7 letters), which is to keep safe from harm.