acousticshield
nounUK /əˈkuː.stɪk ʃiːld/
US /əˈkuː.stɪk ʃiːld/
A special cover that blocks or softens sound so it does not bother people.
The studio put an acousticshield around the loud machine to keep the noise down.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A protective barrier that keeps unwanted sound from reaching a sensitive area.
An acousticshield was installed between the highway and the nearby homes.
3. A device or material used to improve the quality of sound inside a room.
The concert hall's acousticshield helps the music sound clear and warm.
4. A shield-like cover that protects microphones from wind and background noise.
The reporter clipped an acousticshield onto the microphone before going outside.