Shielded
/ˈʃiːldɪd/
Definitions
- (adj.) Protected from legal liability or disclosure by law or statute.
The communications were shielded under the attorney-client privilege.
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Commentary
Used to describe entities or information safeguarded by legal protections, often involving privilege or immunity.
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