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protection

noun

prəˈtek.ʃən

Meaning

The action of protecting someone or something, or the state of being protected.

the act of keeping someone or something safe from harm or damage

the action of protecting or being protected from harm or danger

Example Sentences

The movement focused on the protection of rights.

The helmet provides protection for the cyclist's head.

The law provides protection for endangered species.

Example Expressions

under protection

Synonyms

safeguarding, preservation, safety, security, defense, shelter, safeguard, shield

Entry 1

safeguarding, preservation

Entry 2

safety, security, defense, shelter

Entry 3

safeguard, defense, security, shelter, shield

Antonyms

vulnerability, endangerment, exposure, danger, harm

Entry 1

vulnerability, endangerment

Entry 2

exposure, danger, vulnerability, harm

Entry 3

harm, danger, exposure

Collocations

environmental protection, data protection, provide protection, under protection, legal protection, child protection, protection against, protection from

Entry 2

environmental protection, data protection, provide protection, under protection

Entry 3

legal protection, child protection, protection against, protection from

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