Protected from danger or harm, especially from something that could hurt you.
Being shielded can make people feel safe and secure.
Examples:
The knight shielded himself from the dragon's fire.
She shielded her eyes from the bright sun.
The umbrella shielded me from the rain.
The superhero shielded the city from danger.
The thick walls shielded the house from the storm.
The shielded computer was safe from the virus.