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pro·tec·tion
 protection
- pronunciation:
- pr
tek
shn
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noun |
| definition 1: |
the act of keeping something safe from harm or the condition of being protected.
We lock the doors at night for protection.- synonyms:
- care, defense, guarding, preservation, safeguarding, safety, security
- similar words:
- championship, charge, shelter
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| definition 2: |
a person or thing that protects.
Use sunscreen as protection against sunburn.- synonyms:
- defense, guard, guardian, safeguard, shield
- similar words:
- preserver, refuge, sanctuary, screen, security, shelter
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| related words: |
armor, asylum, care, cover, oversight, precaution, trust |
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