protect (A2)

verb

Pronunciation: /prəˈtɛkt/

Definition

To keep someone or something safe from harm or danger.

Examples

• The sunscreen will protect your skin from the sun.

• We need to protect the environment for future generations.

• The bodyguards were hired to protect the celebrity.

How to Use protect

protect from (prepositional phrase)

Keep safe from a specific danger or influence. — "Wear a helmet to protect yourself from injury."

protect against (prepositional phrase)

Keep safe from a specific threat or problem. — "Vaccines protect against many diseases."

protect someone's interests (collocation)

Act in a way that benefits or defends what is important to someone. — "The lawyer will protect her client's financial interests."

Synonyms of protect

Words with a similar meaning to protect:

• guard
• defend
• safeguard
• shield

Antonyms of protect

Words with the opposite meaning to protect:

• harm
• endanger

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