Definition
掩体 is a military term for a protective structure (bunker, blindage, or shelter) used to shield soldiers or equipment from enemy fire. It can also refer to cover in video games. As a noun, it's the object itself, not the action of taking cover.
n.
(military) bunkerblindageprotective shelter(gaming) coverbarrier
Examples
- 掩体，。Shìbīng duǒ zài yǎn tǐ hòumiàn, děngdài dírén kàojìn.The soldiers hid behind the bunker, waiting for the enemy to approach.
- 掩体。Zhège yǎn tǐ néng dǐyù zhòngxíng pàohuǒ de gōngjī.This bunker can withstand heavy artillery fire.
- ，掩体。Zài shèjī yóuxì zhōng, yào shàn yòng yǎn tǐ lái bǎohù zìjǐ.In shooting games, make good use of cover to protect yourself.
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