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Meaning of
protective
in English
protective
#moderate
#c1
Plural
protectives
Definitions
Adjective
designed
to
safeguard
;
defend
The
company
provides
protective
gear
for
its
employees
.
having
a
defensive
attitude
;
cautious
She
has
a
protective
instinct
towards
her
younger
brother
.
intended
to
provide
shelter
;
preserve
The
government
implemented
protective
measures
to
preserve
the
environment
.
Compounds / Phrases
overprotective
underprotective