Protection

usgb/prəˈtekʃn/
noun

The act of protecting or the state of being protected.

The witnesses were under police protection.
Visual representation of "protection" - The act of protecting or the state of being protected

Often appears as...

  • under protection
  • protection from harm
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Safety Context

Use 'protection' when referring to keeping someone or something safe from harm or danger.

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They wore helmets for head protection while biking.
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Guarding Assets

'Protection' often relates to securing valuable items like money, information, or property.

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The safe offered reliable protection for our family jewels.
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Not Always Physical

'Protection' can also be emotional, such as protecting someone's feelings.

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She didn't tell him the bad news, as protection from upset.
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