The Clue
Shield's purpose (10 letter answer)
The Answer
DEFLECTION
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Notes
The answer DEFLECTION is so rare that it appears less than once every 2500 puzzles.
Definition
DEFLECTION as a noun:
1. (deflection, warp) = a twist or aberration; especially a perverse or abnormal way of judging or acting
2. (deflection, deflexion, refraction) = the amount by which a propagating wave is bent
3. (deflection, deflexion) = the movement of the pointer or pen of a measuring instrument from its zero position
4. (deflection, deflexion, bending) = the property of being bent or deflected
5. (diversion, deviation, digression, deflection, deflexion, divagation) = a turning aside (of your course or attention or concern); "a diversion from the main highway"; "a digression into irrelevant details"; "a deflection from his goal"