What is the meaning of protecting?

verb

  • Shield from danger, injury, destruction, or damage.
    • usage: "Weatherbeater protects your roof from the rain"
  • Use tariffs to favor domestic industry.

adjective

  • Shielding (or designed to shield) against harm or discomfort.
    • usage: "the protecting blanket of snow"; "a protecting alibi"
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