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1. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishPROTECTIVE | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   PROTECTIVE definition: 1. giving protection: 2. wanting to protect someone from criticism, hurt, danger, etc. because you…. Learn more.

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   Protective definition: having the quality or function of protecting. See examples of PROTECTIVE used in a sentence.

3. www.merriam-webster.com › thesaurus › protectivePROTECTIVE Synonyms: 19 Similar and Opposite Words - ...

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   Synonyms for PROTECTIVE: defensive, self-protective, preventive, secure, safe, deterrent; Antonyms of PROTECTIVE: offensive, aggressive, belligerent, warlike, militant, combative, pugnacious, contentious

4. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishPROTECTIVE definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   Protective means designed or intended to protect something or someone from harm. Protective gloves reduce the absorption of chemicals through the skin. American English : protective / prəˈtɛktɪv /

5. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › protectiveProtective Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   shield suggests protective intervention in imminent danger or actual attack. shielded her eyes from the sun with her hand guard implies protecting with vigilance and force against expected danger.

6. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryPROTECTIVE | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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   PROTECTIVE meaning: 1. giving protection: 2. wanting to protect someone from criticism, hurt, danger, etc. because you…. Learn more.

7. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › protectiveProtective - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   Anything that's protective safeguards or watches out for something (or someone) else. Protective gear keeps you safe from physical injury, and a protective parent cares for and worries about their children.