buckler
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Definition of buckler
(Entry 1 of 2)
1a : a small round shield held by a handle at arm's length
b : a shield worn on the left arm
2 : one that shields and protects
buckler
verbDefinition of buckler (Entry 2 of 2)
: to shield or defend with a buckler
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Synonyms: Noun
aegis (also egis), ammunition, armor, cover, defense, guard, protection, safeguard, screen, security, shield, wall, ward
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