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- pronunciation:
- pr
tekt
- features:
- Word Combinations (verb), Word Builder, Word Explorer, Word Parts
| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
protects, protecting, protected |
| definition: |
to defend or keep safe; shield from danger or harm.
A fence protects us from our neighbor's vicious dog.
- synonyms:
- defend, guard, preserve, safeguard, secure, shield
- antonyms:
- expose, harm
- similar words:
- champion, conserve, cover, ensure, harbor, look after, shelter, shepherd, take care of, tend, watch
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| related words: |
bless, hover, keep, mind, mother, preserve, save, screen, shade, spare, uphold |
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