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The act of protecting
“A healthy diet and lifestyle can often serve as effective protection against general illness.”
The state of being protected, especially by someone or something serving as a guardian
“The controversial journalist was kept under the protection of a foreign government.”
A person or thing that protects someone or something
“The massive walls had served the castle well as its protection against attacks from would-be invaders.”
Someone who protects someone or something else
“The tall, imposing man would be Justin's protection from his overzealous fans.”
A measure taken in advance to prevent something dangerous, unpleasant, or inconvenient from happening
A defensive wall, especially of a castle or walled city
The state or characteristic of being separate or isolated from others
State of being impervious, immune to, or blocking an external influence or harm
The health, happiness, and fortunes of a person or group
A person or thing that provides stability or confidence in an otherwise uncertain situation
The ability to resist something undesirable, such as an infection or toxin
Something that encloses another thing, especially to protect it
The action of extorting money from someone with threats or intimidation
Economic policy favoring domestic industries through trade restrictions such as tariffs
Partial or complete darkness, especially as produced by a body coming between rays of light and a surface
A privilege or right that exempts one from certain laws or rules
A screen for a window, especially one on a roller or made of slats
Prevention of, or protective treatment for disease
An enclosure protected by a wall of wooden posts, typically used as a prison
A flexible sleeve worn for protection during coitus
The action of strengthening the defenses or security of
God's favor and protection
Padding used to stuff cushions, furniture, or soft toys
The quality of being impermeable
Something that gives one an advantage, especially one held in reserve
A sum of money or other inducement offered or given to bribe someone
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