enshield
/ɛnˈʃɪld/Definitions
1. verb
to cover or surround with a shield, especially to protect from attack or criticism
“The general enshielded his troops from the enemy’s fire.”
2. noun
a shield or protective covering
“The enshield of the medieval knight was a crucial part of his armor.”
3. verb
to protect or defend (someone or something) from harm or criticism
“The politician tried to enshield herself from the media’s scrutiny.”