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Definition protect in British English

protect verb

[transitive] verb
/prəˈtekt/
1

to keep someone or something safe from harm, injury, damage, or loss

Example

Databases are generally protected by copyright.

Example

Are you prepared to protect yourself in case of attack?

Example

The hat only partially protected his face from the sun.

Example

This warm jacket will help to protect you against the cold.

Synonyms and related words
protect defend save
2

if an insurance policy protects you, it will pay money to you or your relatives if particular bad things happen

Example

Many of the homes weren't protected against flood damage.

Synonyms and related words
actuarial actuary a good/bad risk
3

to help industries in your country by putting taxes on goods from other countries

Synonyms and related words
1099 after tax allowance
Definition protect in British English